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 in Poway, California for a strong Systems Engineer with a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or DoDAF Architecture Framework background. To lead and assist on programs requiring system definition and model-based architecture development.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Will work with customers, operators, and end user surrogates to develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) that lead to detailed system design and requirements.
- Will lead system architecture development through model-based systems engineering (MBSE) building a shared, configuration managed, architecture model at multiple levels that will be used by multiple functional groups and stakeholders on internal and customer funded programs.
- Will be the focal point on programs for system knowledge and design decisions.
- Candidate will be expected to have a solid understanding of the system, subsystems, and components, as well as all internal/external interfaces.
- Will help design and ensure compliance of interfaces between software and hardware using architecture models as the truth source and managing changes within the models when updates are required.
- Will develop data flows, activity diagrams, or sequence diagrams as appropriate to help define hardware and software systems.
- Will work on a wide range of products from Command/Control to Payloads to Exploitation systems, and work with a wide range of highly talented people from many technical disciplines.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
- Typically 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; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
- Must have experience developing CONOPS, working closely with operators/users or user surrogates to identify system solutions.
- Must have experience with modeling tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or Enterprise Architect.
- Desired experience developing models with SysML
- Must have experience developing comprehensive system architectures with modeling tools, enforcing compliance to and configuration management of architecture models
- Must have experience developing/deriving Use Cases
- Must have experience developing/deriving requirements from Use Cases and System Architecture.
- Must be capable of clearly communicating design and requirements to software/hardware teams for software/hardware implementation.
- Must have subject matter experience in a relevant technology.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required.
Clearance Required?: Desired
Clearance Level: Secret
US Citizenship Required?: Yes