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.

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.
We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer to join our MQ-9B Engineering team in Poway, CA.  This position will focus on software development projects pertaining to our MQ-9B RPA platform.  This is a multi-faceted role dealing with a wide variety of skill sets and stakeholders throughout the project life cycle. 

Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult engineering problems. The position will include working with engineering leadership, program management, and customer representatives to develop and execute development, test, and sustainment programs for domestic and international customers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Work with the Chief Engineering Office and Program Engineering Teams to fulfill the technical obligations of the Customer Program requirements.Work with Software Engineering functional teams to lead requirements generation, development timelines, and test execution to ensure timely software delivery for Customer Programs.Support operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and develop effective approaches to resolving those issues.Support engineering estimates and proposals in response to customer and program management direction.Troubleshoot, analyze, and manage issue tracking in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.Provide documentation and makes technical presentations as required.Direct the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff.May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects.Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.Perform 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.Must be willing to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally as required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.