Systems Engineer Model Based Programs

Job Summary
Highlights Working For GA-ASI:

• This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.
• Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
• Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect for all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.

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 Senior Systems Engineer, who's implemented and executed Model BasedSystems Engineering (MBSE) approaches, to join our MQ-9 Requirements and Architecture Engineering team in Poway, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your MBSE expertise and grow your system knowledge in the development of cutting-edge technology for one of the most capable drone platforms operated in the world.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform System Engineering activities primarily focused on Unmanned Aircraft related programs.
• Support the execution of programs using a MBSE approach for the development of System Requirements, System Interfaces and System Design.
• Develop a System Model, leveraging System Modeling Language (SysML), to create Block Definition Diagrams, Internal Block Diagrams, Requirement Diagrams, Behavior Diagrams (Activity, State Machine, Sequence). Desired, but not required, implementing parametric models and simulations.
• Support the advancement and adoption of MBSE both internal and external to the department.
• Responsible to interface with personnel both internal and external to the organization to effectively influence and negotiate to meet program needs.
• Lead MBSE activities for one or more project efforts, including the mentorship and training junior engineers in application of MBSE.
• Maintain configuration management of Modeling Methodologies and Model Projects.
• Employ standard System Engineering practices and methodology utilizing available tools and resources; MagicDraw (Cameo System Modeler) for System Modeling, DOORS for requirements management, Microsoft Office (word, excel, sharepoint, etc.) for data documentation and management, in addition to other similar too alternatives.

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 degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, and invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
• Desired Qualifications:
  • Understanding and practical application of SysML.
  • Experience with importing/exporting/syncing data between different databases.
  • Understanding of Object-Oriented Data structures.
  • Experience, or good familiarity, with engineering roles for System Safety, Reliability and Maintainability, Cybersecurity, Airworthiness, Software Design, or Hardware Design.