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.

Under general supervision, this position supports program engineering and manufacturing by serving as a liaison between the engineering and manufacturing departments. Monitors and analyzes program development progress and expedites critical path components and processes to maintain schedule.  Evaluates and resolves engineering related production problems, some of which may be complex, related to manufacturing, design, quality and material engineering.  Maintains physical control of program assets.  Negotiates lead times with suppliers and manage schedules for timely delivery.  This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Must have knowledge of machine cutting tools and experience in managing thousands of parts.Will be working closely with Programming and machine shop management to help bring the machine shop tool crib to the next level.Will be working with programming supervisor and machine shop manager on cost cutting objectives related to tool crib and tool management.Will be working with machine ship manager on performance objectives related to the machine shop tool cribLeads discussions with critical subcontractors and vendors to ensure delivery dates are met.Analyzes engineering specifications and drawings.  Confers across functional areas to provide and obtain technical information.Contributes to the design and development process by making periodic visits to various departments such as manufacturing shops, quality assurance, sales, MRB cribs, planning, purchasing, manufacturing engineering and electrical engineering.Coordinates engineering priorities for manufacturing issues and ensures schedule parity.  Advises management of the status of work in progress and identifies potential production problems.Ensures rapid disposition of engineering holds and lift orders.Coordinates Manufacturing Service Request activities by resolving priority schedule conflicts among engineering departments due to shop capacity limitations and resolving shop capacity issues with manufacturing and planning.Reviews and recommends resolutions for open engineering issues affecting sales orders.  Alerts planning department to open engineering issues that may affect manufacturing.  Alerts engineering departments to sales order activity which may affect outstanding work.Conducts periodic program engineering/manufacturing planning meetingsMaintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.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. Additional Functions 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.