Flight Science Project Engineer

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking a Project Engineer with expertise in flight sciences to support research and development for next-generation Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This role collaborates with Chief Engineers and Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to develop advanced Unmanned Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Guide technical teams in the design, analysis, and validation of aerodynamic solutions for advanced air vehicles.
• Analyze aircraft-level aerodynamic and flight control requirements and translate them into detailed specifications for subsystems and components.
• Oversee the integration of aerodynamic shaping, CFD, flight controls, and wind tunnel testing to ensure system-level performance objectives are met.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and suppliers to ensure aerodynamic and flight control solutions align with overall system objectives and program milestones.
• Drive the development and validation of new approaches to resolve complex aerodynamic and flight control challenges.
• Prepare technical documentation and present findings to engineering staff, management, and customers as needed.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for aerodynamic and flight control aspects of small contracts or component projects.
• Provide guidance and direction to design and technical staff, leading a team of moderately experienced professionals.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Work safely in accordance with established procedures and practices.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree, master's 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 bachelor's degree, seven or more years of experience with a master's degree, or four or more years with a PhD.
• May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Experience with aerodynamic shaping, CFD, wind tunnel testing, and flight control systems.
• Understanding of flight dynamics, control law development, and integration of aerodynamic solutions with vehicle systems.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in the development and validation of complex aerodynamic solutions.
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools and methods for aerodynamic analysis and validation.
• Ability to lead technical teams, drive technical discussions, and coordinate across engineering domains.
• Excellent communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and in teams, manage complex tasks, and represent the organization in technical forums.
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel as required.