Engineer I

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 Electrical Engineer (Magnetic Machines) to join our GA-ASI division in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA). Under general directions with limited review, this position will test and analyze advance electromagnetic/electromechanical components and equipment for unmanned air vehicles (UAVs).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for test equipment set up, data acquisition, data analysis, and documentation reports.

• Responsible for documenting new designs, writing test plans, and processing engineering change request and notices.

• Maybe responsible for test fixtures design using 3D CAD software and generating concepts for review.

• Test items will be 5-60 kW alternator/generator machines, brushed DC motors, brushless DC motors, fail-safe brakes, solenoids, resolvers, and proximity sensors for mechanical actuators that are powered and/or controlled by electrical power devices.

• Responsible for all generator/alternator, servomotor, and hydraulic and electric actuator tests and troubleshooting of both new and existing designs.

• Responsible for all documentation necessary to support production (verification test plans and test reports, production test procedures, BOMs, CRs, CNs, and SCDs) as well trade studies for new designs.

• Provide onboard aircraft integration test, production, and field support as needed.

• Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.