Mechanical Designer
General Atomics and Affiliated Companies - San Diego, California, United States, 92189![General Atomics and Affiliated Companies](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Overview
Interacts with engineering staff on design concepts and progress.
May be assigned design responsibility for a small to medium size project or program or a significant portion of a major project or program.
Provides documentation, identifies design issues, and makes technical design presentations to engineering staff and customers as required.
May direct the activities of less experienced designers and support staff.
Maintains a currency in CAD techniques, ANSI Y4.15 drawing principles as well as applicable state of the art engineering design software applications.
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. Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.45836Job Qualifications:Typically requires a high school diploma or a certificate from a recognized organization certifying completion of a training program utilizing technical engineering software applications and five or more years of experience in all aspects of drafting techniques and skills using 3D CAD solid modeling. May substitute additional education in lieu of work experience
Must have a complete understanding of engineering design concepts and drawing principles, including ANSI Y4.15 and demonstrate a high skill level using one or more technical engineering software applications.
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
Must be able to organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases and provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
Must have good communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, and excellent computer skills.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team and able to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Must have the ability to perform complex engineering design tasks while providing direction to less experienced design staff. Able to work extended hours as required
Ability to assess and apply geometric tolerances in complex and precision hardware assemblies.
Design experience packaging and documenting products containing optical elements, electronics and structures for space and airborne environments.
Ability to research data that is required to develop designs using historical precedents, manufacturer's catalogues, and technical guides.
Successfully combines findings with preliminary information to contribute to developing final design solutions.
Familiarity with military and aerospace specifications for materials, finishes and fasteners.
Must have previous experience with CREO Parametric and Solidworks.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required
Salary:
$65,410 - $99,888
Travel Percentage Required
0 - 25
Relocation Assistance Provided
Not Provided
US Citizenship Required?
Yes
Clearance Required?
Desired
Clearance Level
Secret
Workstyle
OnsiteGeneral Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.