{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a257b1655fd4984de313f80c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a257b1655fd4984de313f80c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a257b1655fd4984de313f80c","title":"Systems Engineer - Communications Systems Architect","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.\nWe currently have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Systems Engineer to define, develop and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into GA-ASI's Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Our Systems Engineering group is a part of our Agile Mission Systems (AMS) division.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDefine, develop, and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into UAS.\nIdentify new airborne network/communications payload concepts that improve mission capabilities for Warfighter communications and networking, such as new communications interoperability / gateway capabilities, range extension or relay capabilities, or new links or protocols to service new users from airborne platforms.\nLeverage extensive knowledge of existing military radios and waveforms to provide viable communication mission architecture for new and existing platforms.\nExercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution(s) for a designated engineering system(s) or project(s)/program(s).\nFunction in an advisory or leadership role with regards to the planning and oversight of the successful resolution and implementation of engineering problem(s) and provides direction and guidance to professional and support staff.\nFormulate technical plans, typically multi-year, for solutions development, documentation, and deployment.\nPerforms other duties as assigned or required.\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; 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.\nExtensive experience with and detailed knowledge of US DoD communications systems and datalinks, such as Link 16, TTNT, CDL mesh networks and their use and integration requirements\nAbility to prescribe detailed airborne and terrestrial communications architecture including performance calculations, trades studies, mission analysis, and resulting system level requirements\nUnderstanding the design and implementation of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) implementation by US DoD services. Familiarity with both architecture standards like Open Mission Systems (OMS) and hardware standards like Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) a plus.\nFamiliar with IP networking technologies and protocols\nExperience with related DoD Cyber Security requirements and Cross Domain Solutions\nProficiency decomposing high level mission needs into a system to be built\nAbility to document and communicate this solution, including architecture, requirements, trade studies, etc.\nExperience integrating communications payloads onto aircraft\nAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.\nAbility to hold a SAP/SAR clearance.\nJob Category\nEngineering\nExperience Level\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\nWorkstyle\nOnsite\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n98,100\nPay Range High\n171,398\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret","company":"Generalatomic","rawCompany":"generalatomic","city":"Poway","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T13:10:24.686Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1241.01","title":"Telecommunications Engineering Specialists","slug":"telecommunications-engineering-specialists"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-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":"517810","title":"All Other Telecommunications","slug":"all-other-telecommunications"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Systems Engineer - Communications Systems Architect","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.\nWe currently have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Systems Engineer to define, develop and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into GA-ASI's Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Our Systems Engineering group is a part of our Agile Mission Systems (AMS) division.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nDefine, develop, and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into UAS.\nIdentify new airborne network/communications payload concepts that improve mission capabilities for Warfighter communications and networking, such as new communications interoperability / gateway capabilities, range extension or relay capabilities, or new links or protocols to service new users from airborne platforms.\nLeverage extensive knowledge of existing military radios and waveforms to provide viable communication mission architecture for new and existing platforms.\nExercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution(s) for a designated engineering system(s) or project(s)/program(s).\nFunction in an advisory or leadership role with regards to the planning and oversight of the successful resolution and implementation of engineering problem(s) and provides direction and guidance to professional and support staff.\nFormulate technical plans, typically multi-year, for solutions development, documentation, and deployment.\nPerforms other duties as assigned or required.\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; 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.\nExtensive experience with and detailed knowledge of US DoD communications systems and datalinks, such as Link 16, TTNT, CDL mesh networks and their use and integration requirements\nAbility to prescribe detailed airborne and terrestrial communications architecture including performance calculations, trades studies, mission analysis, and resulting system level requirements\nUnderstanding the design and implementation of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) implementation by US DoD services. Familiarity with both architecture standards like Open Mission Systems (OMS) and hardware standards like Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) a plus.\nFamiliar with IP networking technologies and protocols\nExperience with related DoD Cyber Security requirements and Cross Domain Solutions\nProficiency decomposing high level mission needs into a system to be built\nAbility to document and communicate this solution, including architecture, requirements, trade studies, etc.\nExperience integrating communications payloads onto aircraft\nAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.\nAbility to hold a SAP/SAR clearance.\nJob Category\nEngineering\nExperience Level\nMid-Level (3-7 years)\nWorkstyle\nOnsite\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n98,100\nPay Range High\n171,398\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret","datePosted":"2026-07-15T13:10:24.686Z","dateModified":"2026-07-15T13:10:24.686Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Generalatomic","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Poway","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"a257b1655fd4984de313f80c"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a257b1655fd4984de313f80c"}}