System Development & Test Engineer
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems • Poway, California, United States
Salary: $68,770 - $116,193 / year
**Role & seniority: ** System Development & Test (SD&T) Engineer (mid-level); ~2+ years experience (bachelor’s), bachelor’s or master’s in engineering or related field
**Stack/tools (implied/unclear in posting): ** Engineering test & integration tooling/equipment; SIL (software-in-the-loop); test documentation and procedures/cards; safety/technical review processes. (No specific software languages/tools listed.)
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Plan and execute Test & Evaluation (T&E): develop approaches, coordinate test assets, produce test documentation, and lead test activities
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Serve as test engineer during operations: conduct/directed SIL, ground, and flight tests; direct/lead ground & flight crew during events
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Support planning/reviews and engineering collaboration: participate in test plan working groups and safety/technical reviews; troubleshoot test/integration issues with systems/project/software teams; communicate findings in test reports/presentations
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Must-have skills:
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Solid engineering fundamentals (principles, codes/theory), ability to apply standard techniques and diagnostics
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Ability to work across multiple engineering areas; independent and team work
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Clear written/verbal communication for test plans, procedures, observations, and issue/test reports
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Ability to work extended hours; obtain/maintain US DoD security clearance (and likely operate under safety procedures)
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Nice-to-haves:
- Test & Integration experience for
Full Description
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 to join our team as a System Development & Test (SD&T) Engineer. This position is located at our Poway, CA 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.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities and determine/develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals and help guide the completion of test activities. Act as test engineer during test operations. Test duties include system level T&E of hardware and software with emphasis placed on test asset coordination, generating test documentation, conducting and directing SIL, ground, and flight test, and providing ground and flight crew direction/leadership during tests events. Support test plan working groups, technical reviews, and safety reviews. Work 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. May be required to make technical presentations to project staff. Support engineering staff to 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.
Job Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. Prior experience in a Test & Integration role for manned and/or unmanned aircraft platforms is highly desired. Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; Demonstrate the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment. Must be able to perform tasks in multiple engineering areas. Must be able to work both independently and on a team. Able to work extended hours as required. An EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable. Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD security clearance is required. 25% travel is required.
Job Type: Full-Time Salary
Salary range: 68,770 - 116,193
