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Job Requirements Palmdale, CA Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description 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. The AWBS Supervisor is responsible for leading the Aircraft Weight and Balance System (AWBS) function in support of

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aircraft operations, modifications, and sustainment. This role oversees the accuracy, integrity, and availability of weight and balance data and documentation across the

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fleet and ensures compliance with applicable technical orders, customer requirements, and company procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Software Oversight:

Supervise the operation and sustainment of AWBS software tools, ensuring system data matches weight and balance technical orders.

Flight Clearance Assurance:

Oversee the generation and verification of Automated Form F (AFF) for each mission, ensuring aircraft remain within safety and Center of Gravity (CG) limits.

Team Leadership:

Train, schedule, and manage AWBS technicians.

Compliance & Auditing:

Enforce DoD and Air Force regulations, ensuring all calculation protocols strictly adhere to safety directives. Lead and supervise a team of AWBS technicians/analysts supporting

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programs. Manage the creation, update, and maintenance of AWBS records for

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aircraft, including new production, modifications, repairs, and configuration changes. Review and approve weight and balance calculations, forms, and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable technical data (e.g., TOs, OEM manuals, customer directives). Coordinate with Mass Properties engineering, configuration management, logistics, flight operations, and maintenance teams to ensure AWBS data accurately reflects current aircraft configuration. Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for AWBS processes, data entry, quality checks, and documentation control. Plan and schedule AWBS workload, assign tasks, and monitor progress to meet program milestones and customer deadlines. Provide technical guidance and training to AWBS personnel on GA-ASI UAV-specific weight and balance practices, tools, and standards. Support aircraft weighing events, including preparation, execution oversight, data collection, and incorporation of results into AWBS. Conduct internal audits and periodic data reviews to identify discrepancies, drive corrective actions, and improve data quality. Serve as the primary AWBS point of contact for

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customers, program management, and internal stakeholders; provide briefings and status updates as required. Support proposal efforts and new business by providing AWBS-related inputs, estimates, and technical expertise for

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programs. Ensure all AWBS activities are performed in accordance with safety, quality, and security requirements, including handling of controlled or classified data as applicable. Maintain awareness of changes to AWBS software, technical orders, and regulatory guidance; coordinate implementation and training. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Typically requires a bachelor's degree and eight or more years of complex experience in aircraft maintenance. Additional professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education. A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) license required. Demonstrated experience with aircraft weight and balance processes and documentation (military or civil). Experience using AWBS 10.0 and 11.0 aircraft weight and balance software. Strong understanding of aircraft configuration control and the impact of modifications on weight and balance. Previous leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience in an aviation, aerospace, or military environment. Ability to read and interpret technical orders, engineering drawings, and maintenance documentation. Strong attention to detail and data accuracy, with proven ability to identify and resolve discrepancies. Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to work with databases or configuration tools. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to interface effectively with engineering, operations, and customer representatives. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if required by program/contract.

Desired Qualifications:

Prior

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background, such as: Experience in MQ-9 or other UAV operations, maintenance, engineering, or configuration management; and Direct involvement with MQ-9 or other UAV aircraft configuration changes, modifications, or sustainment activities. Prior military experience in an aviation-related specialty (e.g., crew chief, avionics, weight and balance, flight engineer, loadmaster) or equivalent civilian experience. Experience working with USAF or other government customers on MQ-9 or similar UAS programs. Familiarity with configuration management systems and processes (e.g., ECPs, ECOs, baseline management). Experience supporting flight test, fielding, or deployment of MQ-9 or other UAV/UAS. Knowledge of applicable standards and guidance related to aircraft weight and balance and technical data (e.g., service technical orders, OEM manuals).

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