Engineering Manufacturing Liaison

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 and with on-going review, this position supports program engineering and manufacturing by serving as a liaison between the engineering and manufacturing departments. Reviews program development progress and expedites critical path components and processes to maintain schedule. Evaluates and resolves engineering related production problems related to manufacturing, design, quality and material engineering. Maintains physical control of program assets. May negotiate lead times with suppliers and manage schedules for timely delivery. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies issues in engineering and manufacturing and recommends resolutions.
• Reviews engineering specifications and drawings. Confers across functional areas to provide and obtain technical information.
• Coordinates delivery schedule of raw materials and sub-assemblies from contractors.
• Monitors progress of manufactured parts required for project.
• Assists in and/or monitors the design and development process by coordinating between various engineering and manufacturing departments.
• Coordinates engineering support for manufacturing requirements and ensures schedule parity.
• Maintains project specific prototype inventory control.
• Coordinates Manufacturing Service Request activities by resolving priority schedule conflicts.
• Reviews open engineering issues affecting sales orders. Alerts planning department to open engineering issues that may affect manufacturing. Alerts engineering departments to sales order activity that may affect outstanding work.
• 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 maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required.
  
  
  

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in business, planning or a related discipline. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a basic knowledge of production and engineering support principles and concepts and a general understanding of practices, techniques, and standards.
• Army aviation experience is a plus.
• QA/QC record keeping and the tracking of maintenance on aircraft is highly desired.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
• the ability to use independent analysis and judgment in developing solutions to a variety of non-routine problems
• the ability to recognize inconsistencies in data sets
• the ability to be detail-oriented, with problem-solving and pattern recognition skills
• strong computer skills, experience with Microsoft Excel and inventory databases is a plus
• excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences
• excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees and managers
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.