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52815BR

Company:

General Atomics

Job Summary:

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.

Summary Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of difficult scientific problems. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives and anticipated results. Work is reviewed at milestones or at completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Documents findings, communicates results to scientific staff and makes technical presentations as required. May coordinate segments of a specific project and may have frequent inter-organization and customer contact on difficult technical issues. Provides direction to design or technical staff and may provide direction to less experienced professional staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Supports operation of scientific systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.

+ Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard scientific principles.

+ Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required, and may assist in responding to proposals for new or the expansion of existing business opportunities.

+ Directs the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff.

+ May develop and/or perform computational modeling of scientific phenomena.

+ May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects.

+ 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.

+ 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 ID#:

52815BR

Job Category:

Scientists

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Pay Range Low:

98,100

City:

San Diego

Clearance Required?:

No

Pay Range High:

171,398

Recruitment Posting Title:

IFE Experimental Research Scientist

Job Qualifications:

+ Typically requires a Bachelors degree, Masters degree or PhD in scientific or related technical field and progressively complex scientific experience as follows; four or more years experience with a Bachelors degree and two or more years experience with a Masters degree.

+ Equivalent scientific experience may be substituted in lieu of education.

+ Must have:

+ a complete understanding of scientific concepts, principles, codes, and theory;

+ experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts;

+ an expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.

+ Must possess the ability to:

+ understand new concepts quickly;

+ apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment;

+ organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases;

+ 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 scientific area and lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks.

+ Able to work extended hours and travel as required.

+ Original work(s) published in professional scientific journals or formal technical equivalents are highly desirable.

US Citizenship Required?:

No

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

Workstyle:

Onsite

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity 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. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.