58560BR
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 as an Engineering Technician within the Prototype Integration team at the ASI Division. This position is located in Poway, CA. The Prototype Integration team develops various aircraft peripherals and prototype systems such as RF sensors, information processing subsystems and podded payloads.
This position performs or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operations, repair and maintenance of moderately complex assemblies, experimental and prototype equipment. Consults on the design of equipment or tests. Sets up and conducts moderately complex experiments and tests. Records and summarizes data.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
- Build, test, and integrate cable assemblies.
- Performs and/or assists in modification, fabrication, assembly, operations, installation, repair and maintenance of general laboratory, experimental or commercial equipment.
- Install and test applied instrumentation.
- Assists in set up and conducts semi-routine experiments and tests.
- Records and summarizes data.
- Fabricates, assembles, and installs simple laboratory and commercial equipment or experimental apparatus.
- Operates lab and experimental equipment; collects and summarizes data.
- Cleans, adjusts and replaces parts on lab and experimental equipment.
- Sets up and checks out semi-routine experiments and tests according to pre-arranged procedures; records experimental data.
- 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.
- Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties as required.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
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 associate's degree or equivalent with two or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Training and/or experience in test or experimental operations normally acquired in the military or technical schools desirable.
- Must be able to work with common hand tools and operate laboratory equipment.
- Must have the capability to perform complex assignments with little or no direction.
- Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials. Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.
- Travel is required 15 to 25%.
Job Category:
Technicians
Experience Level:
Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Workstyle:
Onsite
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time Hourly
Pay Range Low:
54,000
Pay Range High:
86,625
Travel Percentage Required:
0% - 25%
Relocation Assistance Provided?:
No
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.