Engineer IV

Job Summary

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 a Navigation Engineer in Poway, CA.

As Navigation & Flight Sensors Engineer you will be a part of a team of skilled engineers responsible for designing, developing, analyzing, and maintaining navigation systems and other flight sensor equipment used in GA-ASI aircraft systems. This role requires an understanding of navigation (or adjacent ) technologies to ensure the success of critical aerospace projects.

DUITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work on the design, development, and testing of navigation systems, flight sensors, and avionics equipment for aircraft applications.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sensor engineers, flight controls engineers, software developers, systems engineers, and advanced programs to integrate navigation systems seamlessly with aircraft systems.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in navigation and sensor technology by representing the company and participating in industry conferences.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Conduct research and development projects to enhance navigation system capabilities.
• Participate in bid and proposal activities.

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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Experience with navigation system integration in military unmanned aircraft.
• Knowledge navigation data processing, Kalman filters, and fusion techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of navigation technologies, aviation regulations, and safety standards.
• Experience with air data systems, aircraft sensors, and embedded computing hardware.
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python is desirable.
• Proficient in the use of Matlab and Simulink tools.
• Experience with developing, implementing and testing visual navigation algorithms such as terrain image matching is strongly desired.
• Experience with using radio frequency signals of opportunity as navigation aids and the associated design, integration and testing of associated algorithms and nav subsystem is strongly desired.
• Experience with Software-In-The-Loop (SWIL) and Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) simulation and testing is strongly desired.
• Experience with implementing and testing autonomy, collaborative engagement, artificial intelligence, and machine learning algorithms is desired.
• Experience with guidance and control algorithms, simulation models, hardware, and software is desired.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.