Engineer IV

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 an experienced System Development & Test (SD&T) Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead for our MQ-9B SD&T Team. This SD&T IPT lead position is located at our Poway location supporting test and evaluation engineering activities on novel and innovative General Atomics systems.

This position is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment with hands-on access to our industry-leading Unmanned platforms while leading up-front test engineering activities for our FMS customers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Function in a leadership role providing direction to the test team supporting the specific SD&T IPT FMS customer. The IPT Lead will have demonstrated mentoring and influence skills, along with the personality to foster teamwork and interdependent work execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for FMS customer external test leadership.
• Coordinate test events with engineering labs and flight ops facilities.
• Determine and develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals and help guide the completion of test activities.
• Support test plan working groups, technical reviews, and safety reviews with internal and external customers.
• Works Side by side with systems/project/software engineering on all associated documentation.
• Communicate clearly in writing and verbally during all phases of flight test programs to include test plans, ground and flight test procedures/cards, test observations and issues and test reports.
• Identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and aid in developing solutions to test and integration issues found during all phases of test utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
• 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.