General Atomics · 2 months ago
Project Manager MQ-9B Systems Programs
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance systems. The Project Manager will oversee the operational aspects of MQ-9B contracts, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget while serving as a liaison among various teams and stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership, direction, and guidance for the project(s) assigned
Take ownership and be accountable for the project(s) assigned
Create project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, technical specification, and customer satisfaction goals are attained
Oversee and monitor project schedules, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet contractual requirements
Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services
Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
Identify and assess project issues/risks and develop solutions to meet cost, schedule, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives
Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to employees working on assigned project(s)
Communicate project expectations/status to team members, stakeholders, and the customer in a timely fashion
May participate in lead segments of or provide overall management for a request for proposal (RFP)
Interpret and administer policies, processes and procedures that impact project(s)
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a Bachelors in Business Administration or related discipline and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least five of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Must demonstrate an extensive understanding of project management processes and procedures, planning and scheduling methods, and budget management as well as the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads to meet established milestones and budgets
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required
Must possess: Ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects
Ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of non-routine matters of diverse scope and nature
Strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and lead in a team environment
Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required
Preferred
Familiarity with EVMS and Microsoft project
Ability to create and manage project plans
SAP proficient
Bonus – Familiarity with MAPS
Familiarity with export controls
Available to travel if needed (<5%)
Benefits
401(k) (with company match)
Company pension
On site cafeterias
Gyms and outdoor recreation centers
Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
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