UAV Systems Technical Trainer

Job Summary

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.

Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for researching, analyzing, developing and documenting detailed requirements for operator, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures, checklists, technical specifications, alert bulletins, training materials and other procedures and reports. The selected will reviews document specifications with customers to ensure final documents clearly and effectively communicate technical information and data. They will review product systems, functional specifications and operations, and establishes safety requirements for assigned systems. The person selected for this role will investigate and analyze project requirements and operating problems, and develops recommended solutions to meet company governmental safety and performance standards.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Researches, analyzes, develops, and documents detailed requirements or operator, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures, checklists, technical specifications, alert bulletins, training materials and other procedures and reports.
• Reads, interprets and analyzes engineering source material such as engineering drawings, software documents, test plans, design specifications/documents, and interviews with technical experts
• Analyzes and recommends safety criteria in system procedures and design to control or eliminate hazards.
• Develops safety procedures as required to support customer and test/operational requirements.
• Investigates and resolves problem areas and participates with engineering, operations and maintenance personnel to document technical solutions.
• Participates in the evaluation, selection, application, and/or adaptation of engineering modifications
• May serve as the primary contact on contracts and programs.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• 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 practices and procedures. 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.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree and nine or more years of professional engineering/military technical experience and/or professional in-depth engineering/military documentation experience. In addition, must have two or more years of management/customer interface. Equivalent professional engineering/military technical experience or military operations and maintenance experience may be substituted in lieu of education/training.
• Must have formal training in one or more safety disciplines.
• Aeronautical Decision Making
• Crew Resource Management
• Human Factors
• Must demonstrate a comprehensive technical understanding of military or civil aircraft systems
• Must possess:
• the ability to develop, acquire, interpret and communicate technical data;
• the ability to understand new concepts and apply them in an evolving environment;
• strong organization skills;
• the ability to identify issues and develop solutions to technical problems;
• strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately analyze, document, present and report recommendations; and,
• strong knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance required.
  
  

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 98,100 - 171,398