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Systems Engineer MQ-9 Model Based Focus
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≈ $70k – $163k per year (Estimated)
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Hybrid (Poway, United States)
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 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.
The MQ-9 Requirements and Architecture Engineering team in Poway, CA is looking for a Systems Engineer to join the team who has an interest in using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to capture the requirements and architecture in a System Model.
This position is ideal for any Engineer with knowledge of basic systems engineering concepts, a desire to learn our methods to build out System Model content in MagicDraw/Cameo and support long-term sustainment for one of the most capable drone platforms operated in the world.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the development and maintenance of System Modeling Language (SysML) Models in MagicDraw/Cameo and associated technical documentation for existing or legacy designs.
- Follow defined processes and modeling standards to build out System Models which capture the System Requirements, Interfaces and Design.
- Interpret and translate design information (engineering drawings, specifications, technical reports, etc.) into System Model content.
- Have dependable work habits and a commitment to being complete, consistent and on schedule.
- Have good communication skills to interface and collaborate with personnel internal and external to the company.
- Support activities for one or more project efforts.
- Willing to adapt and grow in the future to meet customer needs on programs for System Model development.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Highlights Working For GA-ASI:
- This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
- This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment 1 day per week and pending project needs.
- Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, unlimited access to discounted tickets to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
- Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.
- Free Electric Vehicle (EV) charging while at work.
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