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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.
Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for providing technical design solutions for a range of difficult design problems for structural products and components of products using computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and technical engineering software such as (NX/Siemens, ProEngineer/CREO, or SOLIDWORKS) and utilize Product Lifecycle Management Systems (PLM) such as (WINDCHILL and TEAMCENTER). We are seeking a candidate with extensive hands-on experience in Siemens NX and Teamcenter, as strong expertise in both platforms is essential for this role. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones for adequacy in meeting objectives. Responsible for documenting findings, communicating results to engineering staff and may make technical design presentations as required. Typically has frequent intra-organizational contact and may have some customer contact. May provide direction to less experienced designers and support staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for providing technical design solutions for a range of difficult design problems for structural products and components of products using computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and technical engineering software such as (NX/Siemens, ProEngineer/CREO, or SOLIDWORKS) and utilize Product Lifecycle Management Systems (PLM) such as (WINDCHILL and TEAMCENTER). We are seeking a candidate with extensive hands-on experience in Siemens NX and Teamcenter, as strong expertise in both platforms is essential for this role. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones for adequacy in meeting objectives. Responsible for documenting findings, communicating results to engineering staff and may make technical design presentations as required. Typically has frequent intra-organizational contact and may have some customer contact. May provide direction to less experienced designers and support staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops design solutions for assigned structural products and components.
- Interact closely with engineering staff to refine design concepts and track progress.
- Take ownership of design responsibility for significant portions of projects.
- Develop solid models, layouts, sketches, and drawings of parts and assemblies, and may investigate design factors such as damage tolerance, durability, and structural modeling.
- Participate in design reviews and integrate feedback from engineering analysis, test results, and customer input.
- Support configuration control through proper use of PLM tools (Windchill, Teamcenter).
- Details related structural assemblies, mechanisms, and devices.
- Validates conformity to design standards and specifications and identifies design errors and other deficiencies, and recommends changes.
- Provides documentation, identifies design issues, and makes technical design presentations to engineering staff and customers as required.
- Working knowledge of CAD techniques and any applicable engineering design software applications and design standards such as ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), MIL- STD-100. Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems also a plus.
- May direct the activities of less experienced designers and support staff.
- 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.
- Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.