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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.

Exciting Opportunity to work within our Aircraft Systems Quality Team as a Senior Engineer in our Desert Horizons location!

Develops, documents and directs the implementation and evaluation of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more large projects. Provides expertise and guidance in interpreting national and international quality standards and government regulations. Consults with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place. Works on highly complex and diverse problems where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies and recommends design or manufacturing changes and enhancements.
• Determines technical objectives for quality assurance as well as approaches to completing projects.
• Creates or recommends design, dimensional or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment. Participates in functional testing and/or inspection of equipment and systems.
•  Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Implements solutions to complex problems occurring internally and at vendor facilities.
• May prepare statistical analysis reports, specifications and other technical documents.
•  Interprets and adapts quality standards and government regulations.
• Acts as company contact with suppliers, customers and regulatory personnel to resolve quality issues. Delivers technical presentations.
•  Provides project direction to other staff members.
• In some business units, resolves, communicates and tracks non-conformance, material rejection and corrective action reports and chairs material review board. May also perform internal company audits and conduct vendor qualification examinations.
•  Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline and eight or more years of related experience with a bachelor's degree or six or more years with a master's degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to apply a detailed understanding of inspection methods and have a comprehensive knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of concepts, techniques and methods in a particular field of specialization.
• Must have the analytical ability required to develop creative solutions to complex quality issues and the skills required to present those solutions to internal and external contacts.
• Must have excellent communication and leadership skills in order to interface effectively with suppliers, customers and regulatory personnel. 
• Six (6) years of Quality Assurance experience in an Aircraft related environment.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and have the ability to lead others.
• Must have effective communication skills (written and verbal) and strong technical skills. 
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, military/government instructions and regulations is a requirement.
• Subject matter expert on U.S. Air Force, NAVAIR, and/or FAA Quality Assurance programs, policies, procedures, and regulations. 
•  Familiarization of DCMAI 8210.1 is highly desirable as well as experience working with the MQ-1 and MQ-9 series of aircraft. 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Previous experience as a USAF Production or Quality Assurance Superintendent is highly desired. 
• Sound background in the maintenance of an AS9100 series system or equivalent quality system procedures/programs.