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.

Under general supervision and with regular review, this position supports the engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of engineering problems of moderate scope and complexity. Assignments are normally accompanied by general instructions and suggestions, outlining possible approaches, sources or information, and potential problems to be encountered with work reviewed regularly for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy.  Tasks involve the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.  Documents findings and implemented solutions and communicates results to engineering staff. Contacts are primarily internal with infrequent inter-organization or customer contact on routine matters. May provide direction to design or technician staff.  

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for providing Manufacturing Engineering support to Avionics Electronics group.  Expected to develop innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in manufacturing engineering and to design engineers to enhance manufacturability.Support the planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing activities required for the assembly and integration of components into complex assemblies.Review engineering specifications and drawings.  Confer across functional areas to provide and obtain technical information.  Able to assist design engineers and CAD/CAM/CMM programmers in resolving model changes for manufacturability using Solidworks.Work directly with systems, design, and test engineers to enhance manufacturability, assembly, and integration of components and subassemblies starting at initial model/drawing creation and continuing throughout the manufacturing phase.Process and track all Engineering Change Request (ECR) activities to include development and maintenance of all ECRs received, pending, and completed. This includes the initiation and implementation of assigned production-related design changes.May assist with development of tooling and fixtures to support manufacturing activities.Receive and route Non-Conformance Reports for disposition. Route Supplier Disposition Requests to engineering. Route and track Request for Engineering Assistance from purchasing to engineering for disposition.Create and maintain manufacturing bills of material, manufacturing work instructions, and routers. Provide input to material master’s to flow down requirements.  Track material procurements to support manufacturing activities. Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.Obtains and analyzes test data.May be required to make brief technical presentations.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.