58089BR
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 a Navigation Engineer in Poway, CA.
As Navigation & Flight Sensors Engineer you will be a part of a team of skilled engineers responsible for designing, developing, analyzing, and maintaining navigation systems and other flight sensor equipment used in GA-ASI aircraft systems. This role requires an understanding of navigation (or adjacent ) technologies to ensure the success of critical aerospace projects.
DUITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work on the design, development, and testing of navigation systems, flight sensors, and avionics equipment for aircraft applications.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sensor engineers, flight controls engineers, software developers, systems engineers, and advanced programs to integrate navigation systems seamlessly with aircraft systems.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in navigation and sensor technology by representing the company and participating in industry conferences.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
- Conduct research and development projects to enhance navigation system capabilities.
- Participate in bid and proposal activities.
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.
- Experience with navigation system integration in military unmanned aircraft.
- Knowledge navigation data processing, Kalman filters, and fusion techniques.
- In-depth knowledge of navigation technologies, aviation regulations, and safety standards.
- Experience with air data systems, aircraft sensors, and embedded computing hardware.
- Proficient in scripting languages such as Python is desirable.
- Proficient in the use of Matlab and Simulink tools.
- Experience with developing, implementing and testing visual navigation algorithms such as terrain image matching is strongly desired.
- Experience with using radio frequency signals of opportunity as navigation aids and the associated design, integration and testing of associated algorithms and nav subsystem is strongly desired.
- Experience with Software-In-The-Loop (SWIL) and Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) simulation and testing is strongly desired.
- Experience with implementing and testing autonomy, collaborative engagement, artificial intelligence, and machine learning algorithms is desired.
- Experience with guidance and control algorithms, simulation models, hardware, and software is desired.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
Job Category:
Engineering
Experience Level:
Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Workstyle:
Onsite
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time Salary
Pay Range Low:
69,500
Pay Range High:
116,375
Travel Percentage Required:
0% - 25%
Relocation Assistance Provided?:
Yes
US Citizenship Required?:
Yes
Clearance Required?:
Desired
Clearance Level:
Secret
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.