General 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. General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is a supplier of advanced electromagnetic systems, related power equipment and other high technology products for a variety of government and commercial applications. These include products such as the design and fabrication of linear motors, superconducting and conventional rotating motors, power inverters, high-energy capacitors, radiation monitoring systems, high-voltage direct current power distribution systems, and numerous other products. This position is responsible for solving a wide range of advanced technical issues. The candidate will support the advancing technologies in radiation monitoring systems which provide for the safety of plant personnel and the general public. The candidate will evaluate, interpret and resolve complex engineering problems to meet the customer requirements, while maintaining compliance with nuclear regulations. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Develops innovative but practical solutions to advance technical problems in Radiation Monitoring Systems Design. + Will mentor with senior team members to develop nuclear product engineering skills. + Participates in derivation, establishment, and recording of requirements to support design and test event traceability. + Supports change engineering activity by identifying and proposing changes to baseline documentation. + Generates plans and procedures for qualification testing, as well as factory acceptance testing, utilizing engineering and scientific principles. + Participates in the internal and external technical project/program reviews including preliminary and critical/detailed design reviews to ensure they meet defined product requirements. + Troubleshoots conflicting design/development requirements, difficult coordination requirements, and special material requirements. + Addresses complex and difficult technical issues, drawing from advanced engineering concepts and/or highly creative practical approaches. + Develop and maintain processes, procedures and reports that establish or maintain NIST traceability of radiation detector calibrations. Work closely with radiation detector technician during the calibration process. + Provides focal point for technical communication within the company management and may represent the company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies. + Presents report(s) at engineering meetings, participate in program reviews and consults on problem resolutions. + Prepares and reviews documented design inputs for electrical and mechanical design, as well as calculations required to support design of radiation monitoring equipment. + Reviews requirement matrix and/or statement of work to generate basis of estimates in support of customer proposals. + Participates in the systems engineering tasks and process: + Reviewing new system designs/requirements to ensure compatibility with product software & hardware capabilities. + Review customer specs/RFQs to determine if existing products meet the requirements + Develop or aid in the development of system requirements for new products based on existing functionality and latest standards + Develop/maintain traceability for system requirements, software requirements, design and testing + Develop system test programs per IEEE Standards. This would include developing a Test Plan, Test Designs. Test Cases and Test Procedures for a product or changes. + Perform formal verification/validation testing of system (hardware and software) products or changes with a QA witness + Perform verification of requirements as part of design reviews and project completion + System Design: Creating system architecture and designing embedded systems that meet specific requirements and constraints. + Hardware Design: Designing and selecting appropriate hardware components, such as microcontrollers, sensors, and communication interfaces. + Software Development: Writing and testing software for embedded systems, typically in languages like C, C++, or Assembly. + Prototyping: Building and testing prototypes to validate design concepts and system functionality. + Integration: Integrating hardware and software components to ensure seamless operation of the embedded system. + Debugging and Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving issues in both hardware and software to ensure system reliability. + Maintenance of systems designs due to part obsolescence issues: + Locate Form, Fit and Function replacements for obsolete parts or + Modify designs to use new parts while minimizing impact on firmware. + Update firmware as required in support of design changes due to obsolescence. + Generation of new systems’ software Configuration Requirement Specifications. Generation and release of software configuration files. + Support Customer Support Engineers in troubleshooting problems in the field. + May be asked to participate in design activity for other product areas. + 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. 47952 **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 a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties. + Electrical engineering, nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, software/firmware engineering, or systems engineering backgrounds are preferred. Schematic capture and Ccircuit board design experience would be a plus. + Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems. + Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas; capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and lead a team of moderately experienced professional employees on single component projects. + A professional engineering license and original work published in professional engineering journals are desirable. + Demonstrated understanding of engineering processes and principles. + Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance in required Additional experience preferred: + Knowledge of redesign for obsolescence, sustaining engineering, or nuclear engineering/regulatory requirements. **Salary:** $98,100 - $171,398 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Desired **Clearance Level** Secret **Workstyle** Hybrid General 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.