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≈ $97k – $220k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Poway)
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H-1B filings in 12 months: 1
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 24, 2026. General Atomics scores A on the Alion truth index.
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General Atomics is a privately held American defense and energy technology company headquartered in San Diego, California, founded in 1955 as a division of General Dynamics. Its affiliate General Atomics Aeronautical Systems builds the Predator, Reaper and Gray Eagle remotely piloted aircraft, while its Electromagnetic Systems group makes aircraft launch and recovery systems for the US Navy. It also operates the DIII-D national fusion facility, works on nuclear fuels and reactors, and hires engineers, sensor operators, logistics and finance staff, mostly in Poway and San Diego.
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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 for an Electrical Engineer to join our GA-ASI division in Poway, CA.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Applies technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned engineering problems.
- Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.
- Obtains and analyzes test data.
- Supports operation of production test by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.
- Familiar with Electronic schematics and associated CAD tools.
- Develops appropriate documentation of findings and implemented solutions.
- May be required to make brief technical presentations.
- May provide direction to design and/or technical staff.
- 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 operation procedures and practices.
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