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Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Flight Controls Engineer
$118,500 - $207,750 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. El Segundo, CA
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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Flight Controls Engineer in the San Diego (Poway, CA) area. In this position, you will play an active role in the design and development of flight controls for cutting-edge next generation unmanned aircraft platforms. Responsibilities include control law design and analysis, physics model generation, and code verification and validation. These responsibilities can span the entire lifecycle of a new aircraft development program, from requirements refinement to detailed design to prototype flight tests. You will have the chance to contribute to a broad swath of novel aircraft platforms ranging from Small Unmanned Air Systems (SUAS) to Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA). This position offers...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Flight Controls Engineer
$99,500 - $170,750 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Flight Controls Engineer in the San Diego (Poway, CA) area. In this position, you will play an active role in the design and development of cutting-edge next generation unmanned aircraft platforms. Responsibilities include control law design and analysis, physics model generation, code verification and validation, and flight test. These responsibilities can span the entire lifecycle of a new aircraft development program, from requirements refinement to detailed design to prototype flight tests. You will have the chance to contribute to a broad swath of novel aircraft platforms ranging from Small Unmanned Air Systems (SUAS) to Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA). This position offers competitive benefits,...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Flight Controls Engineer
$99,500 - $170,750 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Flight Controls Engineer in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA) to join our Flight Technologies department. The department seeks guidance, navigation, and flight control (GNC) engineers who are proficient not only in control law design and analysis but also in the flight-critical software production. Work may focus on all phases of the aircraft life cycle including requirements development, clean-sheet design, software integration and validation, flight test planning and execution, analysis of flight data, and support for fielded systems. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop flight control and algorithm improvements based on engineering design principles. Utilize varying methodologies including classical...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Project Control Engineer
$69,500 - $116,375 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. The Project Control Engineer is a unique hybrid role that combines engineering design with systems engineering and project management to support the delivery of technically robust Mechanical Engineering products related to optical mechanical systems, hardware design, electronics packaging, and structural design. The Project Control Engineer will develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, conduct recurring reviews of projects to identify concerns with cost/schedule/technical risks, communicate status amongst key project stakeholders, and provide feedback on refinement/improvement of internal processes. Assignments are normally accompanied by general instructions and suggestions, outlining possible approaches, sources of information, and...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Aircraft Capability Development Engineer
$109,500 - $187,875 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. Join General Atomics at the cutting edge of autonomous air systems. As a Capability Development Engineer on our FQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) Program, you will help define and deliver next-generation capabilities that integrate advanced autonomy, sensors, and weapons systems into a highly networked combat environment. You will work in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment where your engineering decisions have direct impact on system performance, warfighter effectiveness, and the future of air combat operations. What We Offer: The opportunity to work on a high-visibility, next-generation combat aircraft program that is reshaping airpower. A dynamic, high-technology environment with direct access to...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
System Integration Project Engineer
$99,500 - $170,750 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. System Integration Project Engineers have a unique opportunity to work at the center of the development of advanced unmanned aircraft systems and see new capabilities evolve from concept through integration, system test, and the final operational system. Rather than focusing on a single component or phase of development, this role works across the air vehicle, software, ground control systems, datalinks, human-machine interfaces, and test environments to understand how the complete system comes together. The System Integration Project Engineer helps lead that process, working across software, systems, electrical, avionics, test, flight operations, and other engineering organizations to turn new features and capabilities into integrated...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Project/Systems Engineer
$109,500 - $187,875 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
Company Overview General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and advanced mission systems. Our systems support critical missions around the globe, and we are committed to innovation, quality, and mission success. We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Systems / Project Engineer to join our Agile Mission Systems Quick Reaction Capabilities (QRC) team. This team rapidly delivers new capabilities to the field in response to urgent customer needs. We are looking for high performing engineers who take full ownership, work with urgency, and are comfortable driving both technical and project outcomes. Under limited direction, the Senior Systems / Project Engineer provides end to end project and technical leadership for capabilities that span software, hardware, and human machine interface (HMI) on GA ASI Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and associated ground systems....
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Ground Support Equipment Engineer
$109,500 - $187,875 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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.  We have an exciting opportunity for a Staff Engineer to work with a dynamic team of engineers and designers focused on the engineering development and sustainment of ground support equipment (GSE) product solutions for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).  The GSE Engineering team is responsible for providing equipment and tool solutions for the following UAS lifecycle functions:  installation/removal of aircraft components, assembly/disassembly of the aircraft, transportation of the aircraft and its components, facilitation of ground operations of the aircraft, and maintenance tasks. Reporting to a GSE Engineering Group Manager or Supervisor, the Staff Engineer will be responsible for executing a variety of engineering...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Ground Support Equipment Engineer
$69,500 - $116,375 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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.  We have an exciting opportunity for an engineer to work with a dynamic team of designers and fellow engineers focused on the engineering development and sustainment of ground support equipment (GSE) product solutions for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).  The GSE Engineering team is responsible for providing equipment and tool solutions for the following UAS lifecycle functions:  installation/removal of aircraft components, assembly/disassembly of the aircraft, transportation of the aircraft and its components, facilitation of ground operations of the aircraft, and maintenance tasks. Reporting to a GSE Engineering Group Manager or Supervisor, the engineer will be responsible for executing a variety of engineering tasks. ...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Vehicle Management System (VMS) IPT Lead
$109,500 - $187,875 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. We are looking for an experienced project / systems engineer to serve as the Vehicle Management System (VMS) IPT Lead in the Advanced Programs Office, supporting a next‑generation Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) and associated prototype programs. This position reports to an Engineering Director in the Advanced Programs Office. As part of a matrix organization, this role will work closely with the Chief Engineer, Air Vehicle IPT leads, and subsystem teams (flight controls, electrical, mission systems, avionics, EWIS, manufacturing) to lead the design, development, integration, and production of safety‑critical electronic equipment in the air vehicle that is essential for safe flight. Assignments are normally...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Mechanism Engineer
$99,500 - $170,750 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanisms group in Poway, CA supporting the development, qualification, and sustainment of unmanned aircraft. In this role, the Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with the engineering staff in the design, analysis (kinematic and structural), investigation, and solution of engineering problems related to aircraft mechanisms of flight controls, utility, and deployment systems. Such scope may include requirements derivation, design conceptualization, detail design, analysis, manufacturing support, test support, and sustaining support. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and reviewed largely at intermediate milestones.  DUTIES...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Actuated Systems Engineer
$118,500 - $207,750 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA as an Actuated Systems Engineer. In this position, you will lead development of actuated systems for aircraft flight control, deployment and utility systems. The GA-ASI’s actuated systems consist of a wide array of control/deployment mechanisms and rotary and linear electro-mechanical actuators comprising BLDC Motor, gear train, ball screw, bearings, feedback devices, brakes, and other components. You will also collaborate with interdisciplinary functional teams including EE, Controls, Software, Flight Technologies, Landing Gear, and Aero Structures to ensure system level success. The Engineer will participate in Actuated system lifecycle development activities including requirements...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Flight Science Project Engineer
$109,500 - $187,875 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. We are seeking a Project Engineer with a focus on flight sciences to support research and development for next-generation Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Reporting to the Engineering Manager in the Advanced Programs Office, this role collaborates with Chief Engineers and Integrated Product Team (IPT) leaders to develop the next generation of Unmanned Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms. Major development areas include: Aerodynamic shaping and platform design Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis Flight controls and control law development Wind tunnel testing and validation Integration of aerodynamic solutions on advanced vehicle systems The ideal candidate will have a strong background in...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Motor Design Engineer
$118,500 - $207,750 yearly
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA
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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Motor Design Engineer, to join our GA-ASI division in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA). Under general directions with limited review, this position will design and analyze advanced electromagnetic/electromechanical components and equipment for unmanned air vehicles (UAVs).  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the design and development, documenting, testing, troubleshooting and implementation of DC motors for new and legacy designs.  Lead the complete life cycle of electric motor assemblies, including definition, analysis, design, development, manufacturing, assembly, verification, and ground and flight integration.  Create and/or work with...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Principal Systems Engineer 3/4
$108,800 - $163,200 yearly
Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Staff Cyber Systems Engineer
$194,700 - $292,100 yearly
Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Principal Cyber Systems Engineer
$125,300 - $187,900 yearly
Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Description At Northrop Grumman, we have...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Principal Engineer Mission Assurance
$114,000 - $171,000 yearly
Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Engineer...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Principal Cyber Systems Engineer/Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer
$125,300 - $187,900 yearly
Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Description At Northrop Grumman, we have...
Oct 14, 2026
Full time
Level 2/3 Cyber Systems Engineer - AISR&T Contingent
$101,000 - $151,400 yearly
Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Please note that this opportunity is...