General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is a supplier of advanced electromagnetic systems, related power equipment and other high technology products for a variety of government and commercial applications. These product lines include large linear motors, large high speed permanent magnet motors, power inverters, high-energy capacitors, high-voltage direct current power distribution systems.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Test Engineer with an electrical background to design specialty test equipment for ALRE (Advanced Launching and Recovery Equipment) and hypersonic missile components as well as electrical ground support equipment for satellites and associated payload systems.  This position will interact with all levels of the technical staff and report to the System Test & Integration Manager
The Test Engineer in this position is expected to support a very broad range of production and factory acceptance testing for large power system equipment, subsystems and PCBAs. Tests include design verification tests combined with operational tests.  Lifecycle, ESS and broad environmental and stress testing must also be supported.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESLead the development of concepts and plans for test programsGuide the translation of system or product requirements into verification tests and instructionsGuide the design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for testing while working closely with the design engineering organizationCreate and update Test procedures and assist sub-contractors in design and execution of various tests on system, sub-system, and component level electronicsBe able to prepare for and present at test readiness reviews to GA staff and the customer as required by the program and test directorLead efforts to install and set-up instrumentation at the sites to log data and execute the tests as directed by the Test DirectorConduct testing and verification as directed by the Test Director / ManagerTake a lead role to execute and direct subsystem and component level test operationsProvide technical direction to technicians and subcontractorsApplies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve test engineering problemsIdentify test data issues and interpret collected data for preparation and creation of test reportsResponsible for establishing, and ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practicesTravel up to 25% to test sites located in, but not limited to, Southern California, Alabama, Virginia, and MississippiAdditional duties as assigned or required