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General Atomics · 7 hours ago

Engineering Designer

Acton, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

13+ years exp

General Atomics (GA) is a leading resource for high-technology systems development, focusing on advanced electric, electronic, and laser technologies. The Engineering Designer position involves providing technical solutions for design problems, leading the development of design solutions for major components, and utilizing CAD software for product development.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides leadership in developing design solutions for assigned structural products and components

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, ASME Y14.5 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

Qualification

SolidWorksProEngineerNX design softwareASME Y14.5Engineering design conceptsGeometric tolerancesDocumentation skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsTeamworkProblem-solvingConfidentiality

Required

Typically requires an Associates degree or a certificate from a recognized organization indicating completion of training in ProEngineer, Solidworks or NX design software plus thirteen or more years of progressive experience utilizing CAD software with at least five of those years spent utilizing ProEngineer, Solidworks, NX or related engineering design software. Additional education may be substituted in lieu of work experience

Must have a complete understanding of engineering design concepts and drawing principles, including ASME Y14.5 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 obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required

Ability to assess and apply geometric tolerances in complex and ultra-high precision hardware assemblies

Design experience packaging and documenting products containing optical elements, electronics and structures for extreme 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