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Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, makes technical presentations, and may represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.\n\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDevelop Air Data system requirements for various platforms\nPerform Air Data system architecture trade studies for new platforms\nDevelop aerodynamic corrections from various sources including wind tunnel, CFD, etc.\nDevelop Air Data system algorithm including fault isolation\nDevelop Air Data truth model and implement in flight simulations\nInterface with other Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to close the design\nDevelop new approaches to Air Data estimation\nSupport test planning for lab, ground, and flight testing\nSupport test execution and perform post-test analysis to refine the air data system\nPerform other duties as assigned including troubleshooting and resolving issues with legacy Air Data System\nProvide direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff\nMaintain 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\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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nMust have a thorough 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 develop and communicate new concepts; 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 strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and, lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects.\nExperience developing air data systems.\nExperience developing test plans and performance data analysis to support air data systems\nExperience with air data sensors and error modeling.\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\nOnsite\n\nFull-Time/Part-Time\n\nFull-Time Salary\n\nPay Range Low\n\n98,100\n\nPay Range High\n\n171,398\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":"2026-08-27T13:17:44.543Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-3021.00","title":"Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians","slug":"aerospace-engineering-and-operations-technologists-and-technicians"}],"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":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Air Data 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 directions with limited review, this position is responsible for applying innovative approaches to air data engineering problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and reviewed largely at completion. Initiates the planning of air data system projects and develops innovative designs or modifications in order to meet project goals. Independently performs difficult/complex engineering work with instructions as to the general expected results. Documents findings, communicates results to engineering staff, makes technical presentations, and may represent the organization as the prime technical contact on small contracts or single component projects. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.\n\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDevelop Air Data system requirements for various platforms\nPerform Air Data system architecture trade studies for new platforms\nDevelop aerodynamic corrections from various sources including wind tunnel, CFD, etc.\nDevelop Air Data system algorithm including fault isolation\nDevelop Air Data truth model and implement in flight simulations\nInterface with other Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to close the design\nDevelop new approaches to Air Data estimation\nSupport test planning for lab, ground, and flight testing\nSupport test execution and perform post-test analysis to refine the air data system\nPerform other duties as assigned including troubleshooting and resolving issues with legacy Air Data System\nProvide direction to design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff\nMaintain 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\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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. 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