Senior Staff Product Sustaining Electrical Engineer

Until 8/24/2026 First posted June 25, 2026 Last posted June 25, 2026
Job description
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 are seeking a highly experienced Senior Staff Product Sustaining Electrical Engineer to join our advanced manufacturing team. This role focuses on sustaining production, troubleshooting complex hardware and system issues, and driving root cause and corrective actions (RCCA) across all product platforms. The ideal candidate brings decades of hands-on experience in electronic fabrication environments, ensuring reliability, manufacturability, and long-term product performance.


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide expert-level support for sustaining engineering, including component obsolescence management, test failures, yield improvement, and production line support.
  • Perform in-depth troubleshooting of electronic assemblies, boards, and systems down to the component level.
  • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and develop robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for recurring or high-impact issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineering, manufacturing, test, and quality to ensure continuous product and process improvement.
  • Review and update schematics, BOMs, test procedures, and documentation as part of sustaining activities.
  • Support failure analysis on returned units and drive resolution of customer-reported field issues.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
  • Interface with vendors and suppliers to resolve technical or component-related issues affecting production.
     
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

Support sustaining engineering, troubleshooting electronics, leading root cause analysis, and improving product reliability.

Job title

Senior Staff Product Sustaining Electrical Engineer

Experience level

senior level

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Remote or onsite, no explicit location specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

electronic troubleshootingsystem analysiscomponent obsolescence managementtest and inspection procedures

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

electronic fabricationtroubleshootingroot cause analysismanufacturing
Locations

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