UAV Systems Specialist IV

56019BR

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 for a UAV Systems Specialist to join our UA Army PE group. In this position you will work in the Payloads and Weapons Systems Project Engineering Group to system integrations on Unmanned Aircraft (UA) programs.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead or support efforts performing integration, verification and/or validation of payload and weapon systems on GA-ASI’s UA programs

Develop program plans, estimates, and schedules

Develop system/architecture designs, perform system level analysis, and generate requirements

Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements

Develop and present technical material for reviews and meetings

Support lab, ground, and flight test events

Develop/maintain Interface Control Documents, Software Requirement Specifications, Performance Specifications, presentations and review test plans/procedures

Coordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups assigned to projects

Support ongoing operation of the payload and weapons systems

Provide support for proposals/white papers for future efforts or capabilities

Provide oversight, coordination, and direction to design or technical staff

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job ID#:

56019BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

98,100

City:

Poway

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

171,398

Recruitment Posting Title:

UAV Systems Specialist

Job Qualifications:

Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree and nine or more years of professional engineering/military technical experience and/or professional in-depth engineering/military documentation experience. In addition, must have two or more years of management/customer interface. Equivalent professional engineering/military technical experience or military operations and maintenance experience may be substituted in lieu of education/training.

Must demonstrate a comprehensive and thorough understanding of the engineering/military principles underlying the technology, an excellent working knowledge of the engineering development process, and a thorough understanding of logistic support analysis, principles and procedures.

Must possess

The ability to develop, acquire, interpret and communicate engineering technical data

The ability to develop and communicate new concepts and apply them in an evolving environment

The ability to organize, schedule and coordinate work phases and determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level

Excellent leadership and organization skills in order to work with management and customers and represent the organization

The ability to identify issues and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex technical problems;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to accurately analyze, document, present and report recommendations

Excellent knowledge of computer operations and applications

Ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience integrating and testing weapons, payloads, or avionics onto aircraft

Experience with EO/IR, Radar, COMINT/SIGINT, EW or weapons systems

Familiarity with Networking, MIL-STD-1553, RS-422 and logical Interface Control Documents

Software programming or embedded systems experience (familiarity with C++, MATLAB, Python, PERL scripting, etc.)

Candidate ideally also has previous project management experience

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ 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.