Chief Engineer

Job Title

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. With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and / or solution to advanced technical engineering problem(s). May function in an advisory or project leadership role providing direction to experienced professional staff. Formulates plans, typically long term, for solution(s) development, documentation, and deployment, as well as meeting various compliance, reporting, and safety standards. Evaluates the integration of the engineering solution within the overall engineering environment; and ensures that appropriate documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates completed. Communicates with engineering professionals, solution users, and management throughout the solution development cycle, represents the company as a prime technical contact on contracts and / or projects, interacts with senior external personnel on technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations, and participates in the development of new or expansion of existing business.

Duties And Responsibilities :

• Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.
• Represents the organization as a prime technical contact within and engineering team for assigned project(s) / program(s).
• Lead the technical planning and execution necessary to configure the Dornier Do-228 and King Air aircraft as surrogate platforms for MQ-9B operations. Payloads may include (but are not limited to) sensor pods, EO / IR, radar, communications systems, GPS, antennas, and associated power systems.
• Serve as the primary engineering interface between Flight Operations and MQ-9B Engineering / Flight Technology teams.
• May function in an advisory or leadership role for a project / program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced professional staff or team of professional staff.
• Formulates plans and guides the development and implementation of engineering solution(s) including deployment, resource requirements, testing, documentation, integration and compliance and safety.
• Oversee and coordinate systems integration efforts, including avionics, payloads, communications, and instrumentation relevant to surrogate flight testing.
• Ensure all aircraft modifications and configurations meet internal engineering standards, FAA regulations, and applicable safety and airworthiness requirements.
• Plans and coordinates the maintenance of engineering solutions including, documentation, reporting, publishing, and making technical and other presentations to ensure viability of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
• Provide technical leadership during flight test preparation, execution, and post-mission analysis.
• Collaborate closely with Mission Commanders, Test Pilots, Maintenance personnel, and Program Engineering to ensure operational effectiveness aligns with program goals.
• Support risk assessments, flight readiness reviews, and airworthiness evaluations for modified aircraft.
• Represent Flight Operations in cross-functional engineering meetings and design reviews.
• Plans for future applications of solutions based on new developments in engineering technology.
• Participates in or may lead the development of new or expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• 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.

Job Qualifications :

Salary : $116,480 - $208,505

Travel Percentage Required

0 - 25

Relocation Assistance Provided

Provided

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Clearance Required?

Desired

Clearance Level

Senior (8+ years)

Workstyle

Onsite