Weapons Project Engineer

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 Project Engineer to join our Agile Mission Systems (AMS) group.In this position you will work in the Weapons Systems Project Engineering Group to support weapon system integrations on Unmanned Aircraft (UA) programs.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead or support efforts performing integration, verification and/or validation of weapon systems on GA-ASI’s UA programsDevelop program plans, estimates, and schedulesDevelop system/architecture designs, perform system level analysis, and generate requirementsTroubleshoot conflicting design/development requirementsDevelop and present technical material for reviews and meetingsSupport lab, ground, and flight test eventsDevelop/maintain Interface Control Documents, Software Requirement Specifications, Performance Specifications, presentations and review test plans/proceduresCoordinate and interface with customers, contractors, and engineering groups assigned to projectsSupport ongoing operation of the weapons systemsProvide support for proposals/white papers for future efforts or capabilitiesProvide direction to design or technical staffWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree or two or more years of experience with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with ability to effectively interface with other departments or professionals and represent the organization as a prime technical contactMust be customer focused with the ability to formulate and implement plans to resolve technical engineering problemsAbility to travel to support program and test events (up to 25%)Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is requiredDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience integrating weapons, payloads, or avionics onto aircraftExperience with weapon or tactical datalinksFamiliarity with MIL-STD-1553 and logical Interface Control DocumentsSoftware programming or embedded systems experience (familiarity with C++, MATLAB, Python, PERL scripting, etc.)Candidate ideally also has previous project management experienceSalary:

$98,100 - $171,398

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