Aircraft Liaison Engineer

About the role

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. The Airframe Liaison Engineer position is based in Spanish Fork, Utah and supports fabrication of in‑house airframe components at the Spanish Fork facility, focusing on design for manufacturability (DFM) initiatives. The role works under general supervision with limited review, determining and developing effective approaches for resolving difficult engineering problems, coordinating with engineering groups, and providing technical direction to staff. This is a full‑time, on‑site position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and brief CR/CN in front of Change Control Board (CCB) stakeholders.
• Provide depositions for nonconforming production parts as the Material Review Board (MRB) engineer.
• Coordinate with Airframe Integrity Group, Material & Process, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality Engineering to resolve complex issues.
• Identify root cause of engineering/manufacturing issues and work independently to resolve them.
• Work closely with the production floor to clarify engineering drawing intent.
• Support the production floor in a fast‑paced prototype environment, providing technical instructions via engineering redlines.
• Provide documentation and make technical presentations as required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Observe all laws, regulations, and applicable obligations when conducting business on behalf of the company.
• Work safely in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Four or more years of engineering experience with a bachelor’s degree, or two or more years with a master’s degree; equivalent engineering experience may substitute for education.
• Background in Mechanical, Aeronautical/Aerospace, or Structural Engineering desired.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings with emphasis on composite lamination and airframe integration.
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing methodologies desired.
• Experience working with RTM and SQRTM parts desired.
• Working knowledge of GD&T per ANSI Y‑14.5M.
• Experience using CREO Parametric, NX, or similar CAD software.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment desired.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is desired.

Pay

Salary range: $73,650 – $128,663 per year.