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Documents findings and implemented solutions, and communicates results to engineering staff and management. Contacts are primarily internal with some inter-organization and/or customer contact.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nApplies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate, and resolve assigned engineering problems.\nProvides floor and field support as required to analyze, investigate and resolve manufacturing and modification related issues.\nPerforms root cause analysis for manufacturing issues and is able to quickly provide containment and path forward.\nMay provide direction to other engineering and/or technical staff.\nCommunicates engineering, manufacturing, and quality requirements in accordance with drawings and technical subject matter.\nCollaborates with quality, program management, engineering, functional management, and customer management as required to ensure all products meet or exceed the requirements of internal or external customers.\nTracks design related issues to incorporation and provides input and direction to design engineering, program management and quality.\nKeeps management informed of product performance, quality status, risks and customer concerns. Passes information up and down the management chain efficiently and effectively.\nThrives in a fast-paced work environment, including adapting to changes in tasks and expected completion dates.\nResponsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.\nPerforms duties as assigned and works in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.\nMaintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.\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\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 be able to work both independently and on a team.\nAble to work extended hours, be on-call, and participate in business travel as required.\nRequired Skills:\nMust have an understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory. Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.\nMust be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment. Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.\nExperience in a Manufacturing/Liaison Engineering environment supporting across multiple internal and external support groups, problem investigation/resolution, multi-disciplinary technical guidance and configuration management support.\nExperience with composite materials, composite layup methods, and basic composite repair methodology.\nExperience in reading and understanding complex vehicle drawings and composite layup schedules and in providing redlines for these types of documents\nFamiliar with NDI methods related to both composite and metal structures\nExperience with Microsoft Teams\nAbility obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance required.\nPreferred Skills/Qualifications:\nExperience with SAP, AMPS or other manufacturing execution system applications\nMaterial Review Board certification\nExperience writing and reviewing Aircraft Service Bulletins\nExperience with machining methods, manufacturing processes, and CAD modeling (NX preferred)\n\nJob Category\n\nEngineering\n\nExperience Level\n\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\n\nWorkstyle\n\nOnsite\n\nFull-Time/Part-Time\n\nFull-Time Salary\n\nPay Range Low\n\n84,000\n\nPay Range High\n\n140,625\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":"Generalatomic","rawCompany":"generalatomic","city":"Adelanto","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-29T10:18:44.883Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"}],"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":"Composite 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\nUnder general supervision and with on-going review, this position supports the engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of engineering problems of moderate scope and complexity. Assignments are for medium to larger project(s) and are normally outlined in terms of specific engineering activities. Engineering tasks involve the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance. Documents findings and implemented solutions, and communicates results to engineering staff and management. Contacts are primarily internal with some inter-organization and/or customer contact.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nApplies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate, and resolve assigned engineering problems.\nProvides floor and field support as required to analyze, investigate and resolve manufacturing and modification related issues.\nPerforms root cause analysis for manufacturing issues and is able to quickly provide containment and path forward.\nMay provide direction to other engineering and/or technical staff.\nCommunicates engineering, manufacturing, and quality requirements in accordance with drawings and technical subject matter.\nCollaborates with quality, program management, engineering, functional management, and customer management as required to ensure all products meet or exceed the requirements of internal or external customers.\nTracks design related issues to incorporation and provides input and direction to design engineering, program management and quality.\nKeeps management informed of product performance, quality status, risks and customer concerns. 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May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nMust be able to work both independently and on a team.\nAble to work extended hours, be on-call, and participate in business travel as required.\nRequired Skills:\nMust have an understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory. Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.\nMust be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment. Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.\nExperience in a Manufacturing/Liaison Engineering environment supporting across multiple internal and external support groups, problem investigation/resolution, multi-disciplinary technical guidance and configuration management support.\nExperience with composite materials, composite layup methods, and basic composite repair methodology.\nExperience in reading and understanding complex vehicle drawings and composite layup schedules and in providing redlines for these types of documents\nFamiliar with NDI methods related to both composite and metal structures\nExperience with Microsoft Teams\nAbility obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance required.\nPreferred Skills/Qualifications:\nExperience with SAP, AMPS or other manufacturing execution system applications\nMaterial Review Board certification\nExperience writing and reviewing Aircraft Service Bulletins\nExperience with machining methods, manufacturing processes, and CAD modeling (NX preferred)\n\nJob Category\n\nEngineering\n\nExperience Level\n\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\n\nWorkstyle\n\nOnsite\n\nFull-Time/Part-Time\n\nFull-Time Salary\n\nPay Range Low\n\n84,000\n\nPay Range High\n\n140,625\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":"2026-10-29T10:18:44.883Z","dateModified":"2026-10-29T10:18:44.883Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Generalatomic","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Adelanto","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"4e42cea7e5c4ec690c866890"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4e42cea7e5c4ec690c866890"}}