Engineering Supervisor, MQ - 9A USAF Programs

Project Engineering Supervisor

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. 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.

Position Overview

We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Project Engineering Supervisor to oversee the Air National Guard (ANG) Project Engineering Team under the USAF Development Manager. The candidate will oversee the PE team that works with the customer and other functional engineering groups to conceptualize, design, enhance, and integrate hardware & software capabilities for the MQ-9A Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) System, including Ground Control Station and Training Systems. The PE Supervisor will oversee the individuals and overall team to accomplish the project objectives within the given project timeline. The applicant must be able to effectively communicate with all functional engineering departments, all program management specialties, external customers, sub-contractors, and vendors.

Duties & Responsibilities

Delegate responsibilities to the PE team and monitor progress and quality of work performed. Initiate the planning of engineering projects. Mentor and guide less experienced employees. Develop innovative designs or modifications to meet project goals. Communicate and coordinate with other engineering departments (safety, flight technologies, systems, software, quality etc.) to complete tasks in accordance with project requirements. Apply technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems. Resolve conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements. Perform functional testing and troubleshooting equipment and systems in assigned areas by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles. Obtain and analyze test data and document findings. Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on ANG hardware and software integration efforts. Make technical presentations to internal staff and customer representatives, as necessary. 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.

Job Qualifications

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. Demonstrates a detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership. Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals. Capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact. Ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals. Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment. Able to work extended hours and travel as required. A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel are desirable. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required. Desirable Qualifications include technical project experience includes planning, design, documentation, design reviews, testing, scheduling, and presenting technical information. Familiar with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, Visio). Common sense application of engineering and physics principles to everyday life. Background in using and maintaining UAS training systems. General understanding of network engineering, software engineering, and/or aerospace engineering.

Salary: $116,480 - $208,505

Travel Percentage Required: 0 - 25

Relocation Assistance Provided: Not Provided

US Citizenship Required? Yes

Clearance Required? Desired

Clearance Level: Supervisory

Workstyle: Hybrid

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws.