Project Engineer MQ-9B Sky Guardian Global Sustainment (SGSS)

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 Senior Project Engineer to support the MQ-9B SkyGuardian Global Support Solution team by work closely with program management team(s) to facilitate customer pursuits, identify requirements, develop sustainment plans and strategies, participate in proposal activities, and ultimately support program execution for MQ-9B SkyGuardian / SeaGuardian UAS.

With consultative direction, this position is responsible for determining technical objectives as a key member supporting the MQ-9B SkyGuardian Global Support Solution team and coordinates technical aspects of MQ-9B Sustainment. The position requires interface with international customer(s), foreign vendors, internal program stakeholders, and the USAF FMS program office.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the execution of plans and guide the implementation of engineering solution(s) including deployment, resource requirements, testing, documentation, integration, compliance, and safety.
• Maintain sustainment configurations for MQ-9B customers and support material management and logistics teams through system life cycle for material sustainment.
• Monitor and react to changes in configuration baselines in support of life cycle material sustainment.
• Coordinate with cross functional engineering teams to execute software development, testing, and fielding.
• Support proposal development and sustainment program standup.
• May represent the organization as a technical contact within an engineering team for assigned project(s)/program(s).
• Experience as trusted liaison leading teams of communications and sensor payload SMEs.
• Determines annual and multi-year technical objectives for designated engineering systems or project(s)/program(s).
• Present technical presentation and participate in internal and external technical working groups.
• Support the implementation of solutions developed on IRAD activity, and new developments, onto fielded customer assets.
• Travel up to 15% is required to support meetings which will occur both in the US and OCONUS.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained.
• 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 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 events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park at discounted rates.
• Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.
• Free Electric Vehicle (EV) charging while at work.

Engineering

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Hybrid

Full-Time Salary

98,100

171,398

0% - 25%

No

Yes

Desired

Secret