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Assignments are normally outlined in terms of broad specifications, objectives, possible results anticipated and critical reference points requiring special attention.\n\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nDevelops innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in engineering.\nProvides focal point for technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies.\nPresents report(s) at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on problems.\nProvides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult engineering problems.\nAnticipates future engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish a technical goal.\nAddresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced engineering concepts.\nMay assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project.\nDirects activities of design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.\nMaintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\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.\nWork with domestic and foreign customers to develop and execute COCO requirements.\nTravel to foreign and domestic destinations will be required to support our COCO sites.\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nHighlights Working For GA-ASI:\nThis position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.\nThis position is eligible for a hybrid work environment pending project needs.\nOutstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park at discounted rates.\nOutstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.\nFree Electric Vehicle (EV) charging while at work.\n\nJob Qualifications\n\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; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nMust have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.\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.\nA Professional Engineering License is desirable.\nAbility to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.\n\nJob Category\n\nEngineering\n\nExperience Level\n\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\n\nWorkstyle\n\nHybrid\n\nFull-Time/Part-Time\n\nFull-Time Salary\n\nPay Range Low\n\n81,080\n\nPay Range High\n\n141,650\n\nTravel Percentage Required\n\n0% - 25%\n\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\n\nYes\n\nUS Citizenship Required?\n\nYes\n\nClearance Required?\n\nDesired\n\nClearance Level\n\nSecret\n\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","company":"General Atomics","rawCompany":"general atomics","city":"Poway","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-16T11:33:36.984Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"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":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Project Engineer MQ-9 COCO Program","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 opportunity located in Poway, CA for an experienced Project Engineer. This position supports the MQ-9 International COCO Project Engineering team, providing systems engineering on GA-ASI, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).\n\nWith limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude for initiating and developing designs, procedures, techniques, and solution to resolving advanced technical engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of broad specifications, objectives, possible results anticipated and critical reference points requiring special attention.\n\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nDevelops innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in engineering.\nProvides focal point for technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies.\nPresents report(s) at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on problems.\nProvides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult engineering problems.\nAnticipates future engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish a technical goal.\nAddresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced engineering concepts.\nMay assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project.\nDirects activities of design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.\nMaintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\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.\nWork with domestic and foreign customers to develop and execute COCO requirements.\nTravel to foreign and domestic destinations will be required to support our COCO sites.\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nHighlights Working For GA-ASI:\nThis position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.\nThis position is eligible for a hybrid work environment pending project needs.\nOutstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park at discounted rates.\nOutstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.\nFree Electric Vehicle (EV) charging while at work.\n\nJob Qualifications\n\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; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nMust have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.\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.\nA Professional Engineering License is desirable.\nAbility to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.\n\nJob Category\n\nEngineering\n\nExperience Level\n\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\n\nWorkstyle\n\nHybrid\n\nFull-Time/Part-Time\n\nFull-Time Salary\n\nPay Range Low\n\n81,080\n\nPay Range High\n\n141,650\n\nTravel Percentage Required\n\n0% - 25%\n\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\n\nYes\n\nUS Citizenship Required?\n\nYes\n\nClearance Required?\n\nDesired\n\nClearance Level\n\nSecret\n\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","datePosted":"2026-09-16T11:33:36.984Z","dateModified":"2026-09-16T11:33:36.984Z","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":"4b43a3ce6d7d510e3e18d2b7"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4b43a3ce6d7d510e3e18d2b7"}}