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.

Our Mechanical Engineering team has an exciting opportunity in San Diego, CA, for a Mechanical Engineering Sustainment Manager eager to make history by joining the Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) system sustainment team—part of the most advanced aircraft carrier systems.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Sustainment Manager who has experience dealing with mechanical systems, electromechanical systems, hands-on experience in design for manufacturing and maintaining energy absorption systems used to safely decelerate aircraft during carrier landings & system integration to join our ALRE team. This role requires expertise in understanding designing for reliability and safety, including experience with Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and other risk assessment methodologies.
This individual typically reports to a technical manager and will be responsible for the technical leadership and professional development of their group while contributing to the performance of the mechanical engineering team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage activities for technical engineering project(s) including planning and managing the technical design to align to performance objectives, and ensure quality and effectiveness for mechanical & electromechanical systemsImplement current, annual and long-term technical, schedule, and quality objectives for the engineering unit. May also participate in the development of Group/Company objectives.Participate in and coordinate the establishment of design concepts, requirements, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integrationInteract internally with engineering team and/or with suppliers, vendors or customers to share information and for basic problem resolution. Act as primary contact for engineering activities.Interface with all levels of GA management across all disciplines to provide Engineering services for various programsProvide direction and coordinate all activities between Manufacturing Engineering and Design Engineering in support of Production, including various suppliers, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, Planning, Component & Systems Engineering, Program Office, Configuration Management and Material Review BoardMay participate in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract(s)Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talentLead progress review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performanceIdentify engineering issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as technical decisions, re-allocation of resources or modification of contract specificationsMay participate in the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunitiesManage the development of and ensure the security of the unit's proprietary technology, and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive informationResponsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the CompanyResponsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.Independently perform challenging engineering work, document findings, communicate results, make technical presentations, and support test activities, both on and off site. Design, develop, and test all aspects of mechanical components and equipmentDefine functional, performance, interface, derived, etc. system engineering requirementsOther 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.