Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at General Atomics as 66.7% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.67 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Human Resources and Intern rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Jr Architect and Human Resources roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at General Atomics takes an average of 19 days when considering 3 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Intern had the quickest hiring process (on average 7 days), whereas Human Resources roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 30 days).
I applied online. I interviewed at General Atomics
Interview
I did the first 30 minute interview fairly quickly after I submitted my resume. Basic questions and qualification review. Very friendly and answered all of my questions. A second interview was scheduled soon after.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at General Atomics (San Diego, CA) in Jun 2026
Interview
Initial 30 minute phone screen going over the basic job description and requirements. Following into a one hour technical interview with an engineer that went over OOP technical questions and resume projects.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at General Atomics (Poway, CA) in Jun 2026
Interview
The first step is an HR screening for establishing your ability to obtain clearance followed by a technical review with 3 engineers. Next step is in person, on site, which includes a longer interview.