Systems Engineer

Until 8/23/2026 First posted June 17, 2026 Last posted June 17, 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 have an exciting opportunity in Poway, California for a Systems Engineer with a strong Systems Engineering and Integration background to lead and assist on programs requiring system definition, architecture development, and integration support.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Will work with customers, operators, and end user surrogates to develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) that lead to detailed system design and requirements.
  • Will lead system architecture development building a shared, configuration managed, system definition that will be used by multiple functional groups and stakeholders on internal and customer funded programs.
  • Will be the focal point on programs for system knowledge and design decisions. 
  • Candidate will be expected to have a solid understanding of system, subsystems, and components, as well as all internal/external interfaces.
  • Will help design and ensure compliance of interfaces between software and hardware while managing changes, as required.
  • Will develop data flows, activity diagrams, or sequence diagrams as appropriate to help define hardware and software systems.
  • Will work on a wide range of products from Command/Control to Payloads to Exploitation systems, and work with a wide range of highly talented people from many technical disciplines.
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 system architecture, integration, and requirements development for aerospace systems.

Job title

Systems Engineer

Experience level

null

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Poway, California; on-site role, no remote work.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

system definitionarchitecture developmentinterface managementrequirements analysissystem integration

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

systems engineeringarchitecture developmentintegrationrequirementsinterfaces
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Poway, CA, USA

On-site City