Engineer II - Full-time

**53956BR** **Company:** General Atomics Aeronautical Systems **Job Summary:** General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Project Engineer working on the MQ-9B Team to develop, test, and field the system for customer operations. This position will support development and fielding of a new UAS variant to international customers who plan to use the system to perform maritime surveillance missions. This position will support both technical and programmatic management of the program and will be expected to work with engineering and technical publications teams. The Project Engineer will report to the MQ-9B engineering manager and be a part of the MQ-9B Chief Engineering team. The candidate will represent the company as a technical subject matter expert on projects, will interact with key suppliers, lead coordination between internal organizations, and lead execution of program activities. **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Confluence Administration: Create, update, and organize technical documentation, project pages, and knowledge bases in Confluence for the MQ-9B program. + Integrated Product Support (IPS): Assist with publication related activities, including data entry, tracking, and reporting to ensure compliance with program requirements. + Collaborate with engineering teams to collect and distribute technical information. + Ensure all documentation and data meet organizational standards and regulatory requirements. + Support process improvement initiatives related to documentation and training. + Travel (25%) is required to support customer meetings and integration/testing at our airport facilities. + Supports operation of engineering systems and documents any problems. + Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems. + Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements. + Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required. + May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects. + Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff. + 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. **Highlights Working For GA-ASI:** + This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus. + This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs. + Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. + Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole. **Job ID#:** 53956BR **Job Category:** Engineering **Travel Percentage Required:** 0% - 25% **Full-Time/Part-Time:** Full-Time Salary **State:** California **Clearance Level:** Secret **Pay Range Low:** 68,770 **City:** Poway **Clearance Required?:** Desired **Pay Range High:** 116,193 **Recruitment Posting Title:** Project Engineer, MQ-9B Confluence, IPS, and Training Support **Job Qualifications:** + Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. + Must have a general understanding of 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. + Must be able to work extended hours as required. + An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable. + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required. + **Desirable Qualifications:** + Prior experience with collaboration and documentation tools such as Confluence and JIRA. + **Bonus Qualifications:** + Familiarity with government publication standards and requirements. **US Citizenship Required?:** Yes **Experience Level:** Entry-Level (0-2 years) **Relocation Assistance Provided?:** No **Workstyle:** Hybrid General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.
**53956BR** **Company:** General Atomics Aeronautical Systems **Job Summary:** General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Project Engineer working on the MQ-9B Team to develop, test, and field the system for customer operations. This position will support development and fielding of a new UAS variant to international customers who plan to use the system to perform maritime surveillance missions. This position will support both technical and programmatic management of the program and will be expected to work with engineering and technical publications teams. The Project Engineer will report to the MQ-9B engineering manager and be a part of the MQ-9B Chief Engineering team. The candidate will represent the company as a technical subject matter expert on projects, will interact with key suppliers, lead coordination between internal organizations, and lead execution of program activities. **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Confluence Administration: Create, update, and organize technical documentation, project pages, and knowledge bases in Confluence for the MQ-9B program. + Integrated Product Support (IPS): Assist with publication related activities, including data entry, tracking, and reporting to ensure compliance with program requirements. + Collaborate with engineering teams to collect and distribute technical information. + Ensure all documentation and data meet organizational standards and regulatory requirements. + Support process improvement initiatives related to documentation and training. + Travel (25%) is required to support customer meetings and integration/testing at our airport facilities. + Supports operation of engineering systems and documents any problems. + Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems. + Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements. + Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required. + May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects. + Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff. + 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. **Highlights Working For GA-ASI:** + This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus. + This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs. + Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. + Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole. **Job ID#:** 53956BR **Job Category:** Engineering **Travel Percentage Required:** 0% - 25% **Full-Time/Part-Time:** Full-Time Salary **State:** California **Clearance Level:** Secret **Pay Range Low:** 68,770 **City:** Poway **Clearance Required?:** Desired **Pay Range High:** 116,193 **Recruitment Posting Title:** Project Engineer, MQ-9B Confluence, IPS, and Training Support **Job Qualifications:** + Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. + Must have a general understanding of 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. + Must be able to work extended hours as required. + An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable. + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required. + **Desirable Qualifications:** + Prior experience with collaboration and documentation tools such as Confluence and JIRA. + **Bonus Qualifications:** + Familiarity with government publication standards and requirements. **US Citizenship Required?:** Yes **Experience Level:** Entry-Level (0-2 years) **Relocation Assistance Provided?:** No **Workstyle:** Hybrid General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.
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