Engineering Supervisor, Electrical Technician and Labs Supervisor
25539.5313
Apply to this job Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted May 28, 2026
Job description
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.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineering (EE) Supervisor to join our Electrical Technologies Electrical Design and Prototyping team in Rancho Bernardo. We are seeking a hands-on technical leader with experience supporting engineering technicians, laboratory operations, and hardware development activities in a research and development environment. The successful candidate will support assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and test activities for advanced electrical and electromechanical systems while coordinating technician execution and engineering lab operations across multiple projects. This role works closely with engineering, program management, manufacturing, and technical teams supporting technologies including high-power electromagnetic systems, directed energy systems, advanced airborne sensors, space systems and satellites, and other advanced development programs within the GA-EMS portfolio.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineering (EE) Supervisor to join our Electrical Technologies Electrical Design and Prototyping team in Rancho Bernardo. We are seeking a hands-on technical leader with experience supporting engineering technicians, laboratory operations, and hardware development activities in a research and development environment. The successful candidate will support assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and test activities for advanced electrical and electromechanical systems while coordinating technician execution and engineering lab operations across multiple projects. This role works closely with engineering, program management, manufacturing, and technical teams supporting technologies including high-power electromagnetic systems, directed energy systems, advanced airborne sensors, space systems and satellites, and other advanced development programs within the GA-EMS portfolio.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and support a team of engineering technicians, including work coordination, mentoring, technical guidance, and day-to-day execution support.
- Coordinate technician staffing, task assignments, priorities, and workload balancing across multiple engineering projects and programs.
- Support assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and test activities for advanced electrical and electromechanical systems.
- Work closely with engineering teams to support prototype development, hardware bring-up, system integration, debug, and validation activities.
- Support the operation, organization, maintenance, and continuous improvement of engineering laboratories, cleanrooms, and development workspaces.
- Coordinate laboratory infrastructure, equipment maintenance, and workspace improvement activities supporting engineering development efforts.
- Maintain a hands-on presence in hardware troubleshooting, integration, and engineering support activities as needed.
- Interface with engineering, program management, manufacturing, suppliers, and technical staff to coordinate activities, communicate status, and resolve execution issues.
- Help improve engineering support processes, lab operations, communication flow, and execution efficiency across projects and teams.
- Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with established engineering and operational procedures.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
About this role
Summary
Lead and support electrical engineering technicians and lab operations in R&D environment.
Job title
Electrical Engineering Supervisor
Experience level
mid to senior level
Minimum experience
3+ years exp
Industry
defense
Location requirements
Candidate must be located in or near Rancho Bernardo, remote work not specified.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
team leadershipelectrical troubleshootinghardware integrationlab managementproject coordination
Preferred skills
system debuggingprototype developmentsafety procedurescommunication skills
Specializations
electrical systemslab operationshardware developmentelectromechanical systemsteam leadership
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA, USA
Work arrangement unknown City