Engineer II

56594BR

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 Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer to join the Mechanical Engineering Flight Test Team, in Poway, CA. This engineer will be expected to work independently to plan, execute and report on system level UAV flight test programs. The hands-on nature of flight testing will require the test engineer to support activities at remote locations throughout the continental US, where company products are located and where flexible work schedules are often required. In addition, a high level of technical aptitude will be required in order to troubleshoot complex test systems on the fly. This is a highly cross-functional role, with expectations to build and maintain positive working relationships at all levels of the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Aid in the development of flight-hardened instrumentation systems tailored to the needs of the flight test program.

• Bench test complex instrumentation systems and networks in a lab environment to validate test methods and accuracy.

• Install measurement sensors and data acquisition systems on the aircraft in preparation for flight testing.

• Learn new concepts quickly to troubleshoot electromechanical systems and data acquisition systems.

• Develop test procedures, maintain a detailed account of technical specifications, and clearly document test activities and results.

• Provide on-going technical support and health monitoring of the flight test instrumentation system from concept design and system build through test execution and data management.

• Perform Modal and Ground Vibration Tests of components both on and off of the aircraft.

• Determine, communicate, and document the flight and ground test objectives, and develop test systems accordingly.

• Work closely with other test engineers and technicians in the Mechanical Engineering Development Laboratory to complete aircraft level and component level research and development testing.

• Ensure test assets are prepared to support testing, including checking that product hardware and software are properly configured, procedures are written, equipment is operational, and results are accurate.

• Debrief engineering and management team on progress of flight and ground tests.

• Assess system performance and provide detailed descriptions of anomalies to software and hardware teams.

• Must be able to prioritize and multi-task while supporting test activities on and off-site.

• Must be comfortable working extended and flexible hours, and supporting work travel and schedule shifts as required, in order to support testing when and where it is needed most.

• Will work with flight operations, engineering, and program management in support of flight test activities.

• May assist Project Engineers with scheduling and logistics of unmanned flight tests.

• Will work closely with internal customers during test plan development and test execution.

• Must maintain flexibility in order to support test activities on aircraft, which may be located at remote test facilities and subject to inconsistent time constraints.

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

Job ID#:

56594BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

50% - 75%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

68,770

City:

Poway

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

116,193

Recruitment Posting Title:

Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.

• Must be enthusiastic about working directly with company products and systems.

• Must be a self-starter, with the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment and organize work assignments to meet established timetables.

• A strong desire to support hands-on test activities at remote locations is required.

• Has demonstrated an ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment, with the capability to accommodate sudden shifts in test schedules and test requirements.

• Ability to analyze test data and communicate results using Excel, and other Microsoft Office Tools is required.

• Excellent communication skills are required, including the ability to document procedures and maintain technical records, capture system test requirements, record test failures, present technical information and report test results.

• Must have the ability and desire to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required (50-75%).

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance is required.

Experiences/Skills Desired:

• Experience with and an understanding of programmable sensors.

• Hands-on experience with vibration, temperature, and pressure measurement techniques is a plus.

• Comfortable discussing data processing techniques such as windowing, filtering, aliasing, and Fourier transform methods.

• Experience with a variety of data acquisition systems is a plus.

• Experience with IE languages such as MATLAB or Python, and experience with writing and debugging scripts.

• Basic understanding of digital communication systems, analog to digital conversion and transmission methods.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

Workstyle:

Onsite

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.