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(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 currently have an exciting opportunity for an Airworthiness Engineer within the Office of Airworthiness in our Poway, CA office.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nWorking with civil and military airworthiness authorities, formulates airworthiness plans and supports their execution, including requirements development, flight clearances, component and system level tests, verification and certification documentation.\nReviews DO-178C life cycle data and perform software Stage of Involvement (SOI) compliance audits.\nCreates audit reports and submit to appropriate authorities (FAA or other authorities).\nSupports and provides guidance to software engineering team on DO-178C certification requirements.\nEvaluates the Software data (requirement, design, code and test procedures) using the FAA Job-aid or other appropriate checklist for compliance to DO-178C.\nWitnesses sample of software formal testing for compliance.\nSupports development of airworthiness requirements and incorporation of applicable standards, including design, safety, manufacturing and process standards.\nFacilitates changes to product designs, testing, analyses, maintenance, repairs, operations and documentation in order to assure compliance with certification requirements.\nMay represent the organization as the prime technical contact with customers, government representatives, and other aerospace professionals.\nMaintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.\nResponsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.\nExpected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.\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 degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nThorough knowledge of software development and verification activities.\nExperience in RTCA DO-178C, DO-330 and FAA AC 20-115D\nAbility to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines in airworthiness requirements development, test, and verification activities.\nExperience with military airworthiness policies, and preferably Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) airworthiness policies.\nStrong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals.\nCustomer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required\nHighly Desirable Qualifications:\nExperience in FAA order 8110-49A\nExperience in Hardware (electronic of embedded system)\nExperience in working with the FAA or other certifying authorities\nExperience with MIL-HDBK-516 based certifications, -516C preferred.\nExperience with civil and military aviation operating and flight rules (i.e., 14 CFR 91, OPNAVINST 3710.7U). Familiarity with carrier-based aircraft operations\nProficiency with MS Office tools preferred, and familiarity with database management systems such as DOORS and MS Access\nA Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium, and invited and/or participated on an engineering review panel or technical committee\nJob Category\nEngineering\nExperience Level\nSenior (8+ years)\nWorkstyle\nHybrid\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n116,480\nPay Range High\n208,505\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nYes\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret","company":"Generalatomic","rawCompany":"generalatomic","city":"Poway","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:34:00.882Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"53-6051.01","title":"Aviation Inspectors","slug":"aviation-inspectors"}],"industries":[{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"},{"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"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Airworthiness Engineer","description":"General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. 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