Job SummaryGeneral Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Spacecraft Test Bed Lab Manager to join our team located in Centennial, CO.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Accountable for technical, cost and schedule execution of the program's Spacecraft Test Bed.
- Provide technical oversight and direction of the Spacecraft Test Bed for assigned program.
- Ensure end-to-end space test bed design, integrated and tested to support assigned program.
- Oversee the configuration control, utilization and Maintenace of the Test Bed.
- Oversee design and implementation of mechanical, electrical support equipment and facilities.
- Support program design and readiness reviews.
- Liaise with all levels of program and engineering staff on design, integration and test matters and support other teams/disciplines as necessary.
- Support lab design and development.
- Formulate and maintain development plans and schedule inputs.
- Develop Basis of Estimates for assigned program tasks and proposals.
- Develops innovative but practical solutions to advanced technical problems in engineering.
- Provides focal point for technical communication within program management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies.
- Presents report(s) at engineering meetings, participates in program reviews and consults on problems.
- Provides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult engineering problems.
- Anticipates future engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish a technical goal.
- Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced engineering concepts.
- Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications- 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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
- Must have prior experience in space domain and satellite segment design and testing.
- Must have prior experience in development of Integrated Master Schedule inputs
- Must have experience in development of plans and procedures for Spacecraft Test Bed.
- Prior experience with electronic test equipment and tools strongly desired.
- Prior experience as an IPT lead or technical lead strongly desired.
- Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
- Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
- Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
- Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required
