Responsible for new machine designs to integrate into aircraft systems, system analysis, data analysis, and documentation reports. Responsible for documenting new designs, writing test plans, and processing engineering change request and notices. Responsible to visit supplier manufacturing sites for new and existing designs, trouble shooting and sustaining legacy machine designs. Maybe responsible for test fixtures design using 3 D CAD software and generating concepts for review. Magnetic machin... more details
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 an Electrical Engineer (Magnetic Machines) to join our GA-ASI division in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA). Under general directions with limited review, this position will source, design, and analyze advance electromagnetic/electromechanical components and equipment for unmanned air vehicles (UAVs).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for new machine designs to integrate into aircraft systems, system analysis, data analysis, and documentation reports.
Responsible for documenting new designs, writing test plans, and processing engineering change request and notices.
Responsible to visit supplier manufacturing sites for new and existing designs, trouble shooting and sustaining legacy machine designs.
Maybe responsible for test fixtures design using 3D CAD software and generating concepts for review.
Magnetic machines include 2 - 60 kW alternator/generator machines, brushed DC motors, brushless DC motors, fail-safe brakes, solenoids, resolvers, and proximity sensors. All machines will be used on mechanical actuators, gimbals, and electrical power generations with power generation control units.
Responsible for all generator/alternator, servomotor, and hydraulic and electric actuator tests and troubleshooting of both new and existing designs.
Responsible for all documentation necessary to support production (verification test plans and test reports, production test procedures, BOMs, CRs, CNs, and SCDs) as well trade studies for new designs.
Provide onboard aircraft integration test, production, and field support as needed.
Determines technical objectives for solution(s) to advanced technical engineering problems.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
Experience with electric actuators components (gear heads, motor drives, brushed and brushless motors, resolver, solenoids, etc.)
Experience with testing electric power generation machines preferred.
Electromechanical experience with electric motors and generators; working with suppliers to identify COTS components and custom modifications as needed.
Experience with 3D mechanical design
Experience with modeling/controlling motors and generators preferred.
Experience with data acquisition.
Knowledge of magnetic design of DC motors and generators is preferred.
Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
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