Job Description
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in advanced unmanned aircraft systems and integrated mission technologies.
International Programs Project Engineers lead multi-disciplinary teams, innovate, design, integrate, test, qualify, and rapidly field cutting-edge technologies, sensors, and payload solutions into Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
Agile Mission Systems (AMS) at GA-ASI in San Diego, CA is a growing center of excellence seeking high performing technical contributors and future leaders. This candidate will lead, support strategic objectives, stitch together systems of systems, develop customer facing relationships & networks, and produce mission system capability solutions that meet end users/customer’s requirements and CONOPs.
- Lead diverse, multi-functional engineering teams to meet critical program milestones and execute programs within defined cost and schedule parameters.
- Oversee integration of mission payloads, including sensors, communication systems, and advanced technologies, tailored to international customer requirements and operational environments.
- Provide rapid response and technical support for Quick Reaction Capability (QRC) and Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) fielding efforts to ensure timely deployment and operational readiness.
- Drive system architecture development and alignment with international standards, operational requirements, and customer-specific environments.
- Representing engineering programs as the technical point of contact for international customers, external stakeholders, and subcontractors, ensuring consistent and appropriate messaging.
- Enable effective collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and quality assurance teams to deliver integrated solutions on time and within budget.
- Develop program plans, estimates, schedules, and execute programs in accordance with established goals and objectives
- Perform system analysis, trade studies, author technical white papers, and generate customer-facing technical data packages. Complete and present System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR)
- Ensure all technical activities comply with export control regulations (ITAR/EAR) and other international requirements
- Support the development of business and strategic objectives, system CONOPs, customer demonstrations, evaluation programs, and COCO efforts in international markets.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.