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 for an Aircraft Status Board (ASB) Engineer in our Engineering Field Support Department located in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA).

ASBs are engineering data that defines the scheduled preventative maintenance and overhaul requirements for all GA-ASI manufactured aircraft, ground control stations and ground support equipment. Under general supervision with limited review, this position will report to the Field Bulletin Supervisor of the Engineering Field Support Department. The ASB Engineer will be responsible for the research, coordination and managing of the ASB workload, developing the ASBs, and maintenance of ASBs in support of GA-ASI objectives to improve product safety and reliability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with internal and external customer stakeholders to determine scope, urgency, actions, and impacts of ASBs.
• Create and interpret database reports.
• Perform data analysis using various databases and Microsoft Excel.
• Update ASB status in the ASB SharePoint database and the AMS System.
• Read and understand engineering drawings, bill of materials, specifications, technical documents, and technical publications.
• Collaborate with other engineering groups to perform analysis on systems to provide rational for ASB changes.
• Review ASBs prior to stakeholder review and signature approval.
• Obtain stakeholder concurrence and approval for ASB releases.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform 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.

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.
• Strong technical writing skills – must be able to convey complex technical issues in a clear, concise manner.
• Experience working on aircraft is highly desired.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be able to effectively work with multi-disciplined technical and non-technical staff.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
• Working knowledge of SharePoint is highly desired.
• Must have thorough database research experience.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Salary:$68,770 - $116,193