{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"10fa6a03617af9c8505a2800","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/10fa6a03617af9c8505a2800","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/10fa6a03617af9c8505a2800","title":"DMSMS Component Engineer","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.\n\nWe have an exciting career opportunity for a Component Engineer working in our DMSMS Group located in Poway, CA.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nPerform Lifecycle Management Engineering activities for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).\nCandidate will focus on systems affected by Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues and assist in activities to ensure a solution is in place before production or sustainment is impacted. As part of the DMSMS team, the Component Engineer – DMSMS duties and responsibilities include:\nBeing the Point-of-Contact (POC) for Companywide end-of-life (EOL) notifications and issues, performing platform/program impact analysis and evaluating and coordinating bridge/last time buys.\nInterfacing with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), Project Engineers and Program Management across multiple platforms.\nInterfacing with Functional Engineering and component suppliers on technical, supply and procurement topics.\nGathering data and information from multiple sources and records and maintains records and files in various systems.\nPerforming impact assessments due to DMSMS/obsolescence issues and presenting information at internal and customer working group meetings.\nCreating Customer Deliverable Requirements List (CDRL) reports.\nSupporting Procurement and Subcontracts to resolve part shortage and obsolescence issues.\nSupporting BOM reviews for part lifecycle risk management as required.\nProviding support with component/supplier selection, analysis and documentation to meet technical requirements posed by design teams during concept and development for both Electrical and Mechanical parts.\nCreating and maintaining part specifications and assisting to maintain the parts database.\nResearching market/technology trends of suppliers and devices.\n\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\nTypically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nExperience with all MS Office Suite programs, especially Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint programs as well as Adobe Acrobat Pro.\nExperience working with component parts, suppliers and part lifecycle tools and resources (i.e. GIDEP, Accuris BOM Manager, Silicon Expert, etc.) is also desired.\nFamiliarity with MRP and PLM systems used in the industry (SAP, Teamcenter, etc.) and Python programming is a benefit\nMust possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.\nMust have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.\nAble to work extended hours as required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.\nJob Category\nEngineering\nExperience Level\nEntry-Level (0-2 years)\nWorkstyle\nOnsite\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n68,770\nPay Range High\n116,193\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","company":"General Atomics","rawCompany":"general atomics","city":"Poway","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-30T11:32:56.361Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"DMSMS Component Engineer","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.\n\nWe have an exciting career opportunity for a Component Engineer working in our DMSMS Group located in Poway, CA.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nPerform Lifecycle Management Engineering activities for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).\nCandidate will focus on systems affected by Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) issues and assist in activities to ensure a solution is in place before production or sustainment is impacted. As part of the DMSMS team, the Component Engineer – DMSMS duties and responsibilities include:\nBeing the Point-of-Contact (POC) for Companywide end-of-life (EOL) notifications and issues, performing platform/program impact analysis and evaluating and coordinating bridge/last time buys.\nInterfacing with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), Project Engineers and Program Management across multiple platforms.\nInterfacing with Functional Engineering and component suppliers on technical, supply and procurement topics.\nGathering data and information from multiple sources and records and maintains records and files in various systems.\nPerforming impact assessments due to DMSMS/obsolescence issues and presenting information at internal and customer working group meetings.\nCreating Customer Deliverable Requirements List (CDRL) reports.\nSupporting Procurement and Subcontracts to resolve part shortage and obsolescence issues.\nSupporting BOM reviews for part lifecycle risk management as required.\nProviding support with component/supplier selection, analysis and documentation to meet technical requirements posed by design teams during concept and development for both Electrical and Mechanical parts.\nCreating and maintaining part specifications and assisting to maintain the parts database.\nResearching market/technology trends of suppliers and devices.\n\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\nTypically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nExperience with all MS Office Suite programs, especially Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint programs as well as Adobe Acrobat Pro.\nExperience working with component parts, suppliers and part lifecycle tools and resources (i.e. GIDEP, Accuris BOM Manager, Silicon Expert, etc.) is also desired.\nFamiliarity with MRP and PLM systems used in the industry (SAP, Teamcenter, etc.) and Python programming is a benefit\nMust possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.\nMust have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.\nAble to work extended hours as required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.\nJob Category\nEngineering\nExperience Level\nEntry-Level (0-2 years)\nWorkstyle\nOnsite\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n68,770\nPay Range High\n116,193\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","datePosted":"2026-07-30T11:32:56.361Z","dateModified":"2026-07-30T11:32:56.361Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"General Atomics","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Poway","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"10fa6a03617af9c8505a2800"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/10fa6a03617af9c8505a2800"}}