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) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior System Integration Engineer to join our team located in San Diego, CA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform and lead multiple integrated product teams through system analysis, assembly, integration and testing.Supports design and development of prototype systems through design, integration, and test.Provides adaptable support to the systems engineering organization. Responsibilities may include direct program systems engineering support, proposal development, or support to internal development tasks.Participate in development of system requirements, ICDs and other design artifacts.Lead a team in the development of plans and procedures for integration and test.Collaborate with all levels of program and engineering staff on design, integration and test matters and support other teams/disciplines as necessary.Support program design and readiness reviews.Supports operation of engineering systems and documents any problems.Opportunities will arise to support internal development and new business opportunities.Devises new approaches to resolve unusual or complex engineering problems.Troubleshoot conflicting assembly and integration issues including resolving requirements with testability issues.Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.May represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects.Interface with customers during design development, assembly, integration, verification and validation of the program.Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.Performs other duties as assigned.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.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.