Electrical Engineer - Test Automation

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.

The Electrical Test Engineering team has an exciting opportunity for a Electrical Engineer - Test Automation in Poway, CA. The department designs automated test platforms for remotely piloted air vehicles, ground support equipment, and engines as well as real time data acquisition platforms for flight and ground testing.

GA-ASI’s product line offers a wide variety of platforms for automated designers to work on from power systems to video and datalink applications.
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Collaborate with various engineering teams to plan, coordinate, and implement automated or semi-automated test systems.
• Collaborate with various engineering teams to plan, coordinate, and implement automated or semi-automated test systems.
• Design schematics for automated test platforms and be familiar with schematics and CAD tools.
• Communicate software and hardware design concepts
• Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles
• Provide support in person and through documentation generation of findings and implemented solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and deploy software primarily using LabVIEW.
• Capable of writing detailed summary reports by collating data from various sources.
• Follow department standards for software and hardware development, including peer reviews and proper source control etiquette.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Follow department standards for software and hardware development, including peer reviews and proper source control etiquette.
• Develop appropriate documentation related to designated tasks, ranging from design, test plans, root cause analysis.
• May be required to make brief technical presentations.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.