Manufacturing Project Engineer
San Diego, California
Overview
General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.
Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.
Schedule: Full-Time Salary
Job Level: Mid-Level (3-7 years)
Travel: 0 - 25
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Job Summary General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Project Engineer to join our team in Rancho Bernardo!
Under general supervision, this position supports the manufacturing production process with focus on the design, development, and implementation of new or revised production processes for the efficient and economical fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub- assemblies, and final assemblies.
- Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve manufacturing and engineering related problems.
- Designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery.
- Collaborates with product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
- Investigates, dispositions and justifies product, drawing, and specification non conformances.
- Estimates manufacturing costs and determines time standards.
- Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
- Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
- Performs supplier audit and oversight as necessary to ensure conforming product being delivered.
- Communicates technical responses to supply base questions during proposal efforts, manufacturing efforts and post manufacturing efforts.
- Supports on-site supplier kick off meetings to discuss manufacturing plan, schedule and supplier deliverables.
- Assist with development, status and needs of the project plan to the Control Account Manager.
- Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as five or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- The ideal candidate has exposure to project management, operations and manufacturing engineering experience through internship, previous employment or personal projects.
- Degree in mechanical, aerospace manufacturing or industrial engineering highly desired.
- Must have a solid understanding of manufacturing and engineering concepts, principles, and theory with technical experience demonstrating the application of those concepts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
- Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.
- Good communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance is desired.
Salary:$81,080 - $141,650
Benefits
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Healthcare
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Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
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Competitive Pay
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Multiple product lines means a variety of work
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Paid Time Off

“The company is growing, has a very good reputation and had open positions in my area of expertise (aircraft design/design methodology development).”– Peter, Senior Staff Engineer

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