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GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.\n\nWe have an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Technologies Directorate located in Rancho Bernardo. This individual will function as a chief engineer to provide technical oversight and leadership of an entire project team of engineers of varying experience levels and disciplines while being responsible for the technical and performance execution of the team and project. We are looking for someone with drive, talent, and experience in the industry’s latest Electrical Technologies spanning power systems, power electronics, high-speed digital electronics, embedded systems and software, instrumentation and controls, cabling/harnessing, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design, and RF/EMI/EMC who also thrives in a fast-paced, Research and Development (R&D) environment. The successful candidate will report to the Electrical Engineering Director of Electrical Technologies and, alongside high-caliber engineering and management staff, will be engaged in the engineering support and new development of high-power electromagnetic systems, power conditioning systems, pulsed-power systems, high-energy laser systems, battery systems, advanced airborne sensors, space-based laser and electro-optical systems, cutting-edge technology ventures into Defense and “NewSpace,” and a variety of other technologies in the expanding product portfolio of GA-EMS.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nGuide architecture trades to search and find balanced technical, schedule and cost solutions to meet customer requirements\nMentor technical teams, hardware/software, designers, analysts through the full product lifecycle\nOptimize processes and drive standard methodologies across the program to balance execution risk with shortened delivery schedules and optimized cost\nTailor GA standard processes, methods, tools, and metrics as required for program-unique requirements\nServe as a technical point of contact for engineering with the Customer, systems integrators, program management and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)\nTechnical oversight and coordination of the engineering resources necessary to evaluate and resolve issues, including coordination of external expertise\nEnsure technical baseline control by implementing Engineering Review Board (ERB) and supporting Risk and Opportunity Management Process (ROMP) execution\nManage professional and technical performance of staff to ensure quality, business and financial objectives are achieved\nSupport and lead engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of complex engineering problems\nIndependently perform challenging engineering work, document findings, communicate results, make technical presentations, and support test activities both on-site and off-site\nLeads the designs, development, and testing of components and systems\nDemonstrates strong understanding of design, analysis, fabrication and test techniques for space and defense applications\nAssists with requirement analysis, mission analysis, and design trade space\nPerform other duties as assigned or required\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; eighteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, sixteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or thirteen or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nFamiliarity with all aspects of a technology system life cycle, including development, assembly, integration, verification/validation test, and operations\nAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team environment is required\nStrong communication, leadership, presentation and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface within departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, and government representatives\nExperience with Systems Architecture proposal, design, and development of defense systems, spacecraft, aerospace sensors and payloads, and ground systems\nExperience in all phases of the program lifecycle: pre-proposal through deployment checkout\nDemonstrated strategic development and analysis skills\nExperience with non-traditional ways (i.e. Go-fast) of meeting customer needs common in a research and development environment\nExperience mentoring and developing technical talent\nDemonstrated ability to drive closure and resolve complex technical issues/challenges\nExperience with procurement and management of supplier developed or Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) hardware/software to include collaboration with enterprise subcontract management and procurement teams\nProven experience as a conceptual thinker with the ability to translate into action and results\nAbility to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members, leadership, subordinates, and customers\nAbility to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance\nThe submission of a cover letter with resume is desired\nJob Category\nEngineering\nExperience Level\nSenior (8+ years)\nWorkstyle\nOnsite\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n140,940\nPay Range High\n252,293\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nYes\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret","company":"Generalatomic","rawCompany":"generalatomic","city":"San Diego","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:34:02.498Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-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":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Electrical Engineer, Chief Engineer","description":"General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.\n\nGeneral Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.\n\nWe have an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Technologies Directorate located in Rancho Bernardo. This individual will function as a chief engineer to provide technical oversight and leadership of an entire project team of engineers of varying experience levels and disciplines while being responsible for the technical and performance execution of the team and project. We are looking for someone with drive, talent, and experience in the industry’s latest Electrical Technologies spanning power systems, power electronics, high-speed digital electronics, embedded systems and software, instrumentation and controls, cabling/harnessing, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design, and RF/EMI/EMC who also thrives in a fast-paced, Research and Development (R&D) environment. The successful candidate will report to the Electrical Engineering Director of Electrical Technologies and, alongside high-caliber engineering and management staff, will be engaged in the engineering support and new development of high-power electromagnetic systems, power conditioning systems, pulsed-power systems, high-energy laser systems, battery systems, advanced airborne sensors, space-based laser and electro-optical systems, cutting-edge technology ventures into Defense and “NewSpace,” and a variety of other technologies in the expanding product portfolio of GA-EMS.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nGuide architecture trades to search and find balanced technical, schedule and cost solutions to meet customer requirements\nMentor technical teams, hardware/software, designers, analysts through the full product lifecycle\nOptimize processes and drive standard methodologies across the program to balance execution risk with shortened delivery schedules and optimized cost\nTailor GA standard processes, methods, tools, and metrics as required for program-unique requirements\nServe as a technical point of contact for engineering with the Customer, systems integrators, program management and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)\nTechnical oversight and coordination of the engineering resources necessary to evaluate and resolve issues, including coordination of external expertise\nEnsure technical baseline control by implementing Engineering Review Board (ERB) and supporting Risk and Opportunity Management Process (ROMP) execution\nManage professional and technical performance of staff to ensure quality, business and financial objectives are achieved\nSupport and lead engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of complex engineering problems\nIndependently perform challenging engineering work, document findings, communicate results, make technical presentations, and support test activities both on-site and off-site\nLeads the designs, development, and testing of components and systems\nDemonstrates strong understanding of design, analysis, fabrication and test techniques for space and defense applications\nAssists with requirement analysis, mission analysis, and design trade space\nPerform other duties as assigned or required\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; eighteen or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, sixteen or more years of experience with a masters degree, or thirteen or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.\nFamiliarity with all aspects of a technology system life cycle, including development, assembly, integration, verification/validation test, and operations\nAbility to work within a multidisciplinary team environment is required\nStrong communication, leadership, presentation and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface within departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, and government representatives\nExperience with Systems Architecture proposal, design, and development of defense systems, spacecraft, aerospace sensors and payloads, and ground systems\nExperience in all phases of the program lifecycle: pre-proposal through deployment checkout\nDemonstrated strategic development and analysis skills\nExperience with non-traditional ways (i.e. Go-fast) of meeting customer needs common in a research and development environment\nExperience mentoring and developing technical talent\nDemonstrated ability to drive closure and resolve complex technical issues/challenges\nExperience with procurement and management of supplier developed or Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) hardware/software to include collaboration with enterprise subcontract management and procurement teams\nProven experience as a conceptual thinker with the ability to translate into action and results\nAbility to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members, leadership, subordinates, and customers\nAbility to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance\nThe submission of a cover letter with resume is desired\nJob Category\nEngineering\nExperience Level\nSenior (8+ years)\nWorkstyle\nOnsite\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n140,940\nPay Range High\n252,293\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nYes\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:34:02.498Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:34:02.498Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Generalatomic","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"San Diego","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8b6900a2ca0a9a85ffd778b8"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8b6900a2ca0a9a85ffd778b8"}}