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General Atomics · 9 hours ago

Energy Program Director

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$188K/yr - $336K/yr

15+ years exp

General Atomics (GA) is a leading resource for high-technology systems development, and they are seeking an Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) Director to join their team in San Diego, CA. The role involves planning, managing, and technical performance of significant IFE related engineering and technology development programs, overseeing all phases from initiation through delivery, and collaborating with IFE companies to advance target fabrication R&D.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Direct all phases of the program(s) from conceptualization through completion, including acquisition, planning, and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained

Develop and coordinate new program plans or delivery methods with little precedence for coordination across distinctive products while serving multiple customers

Consult with executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the program(s) and contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives which have a long-range forecast projected to continue for multiple years

Manage the establishment of design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration

Interact with senior management concerning matters of significance to the company. Act as primary contact for program issues

Direct, influence, and coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s). Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications

Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by directing and participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent

Act as the primary customer contact for program activities and lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance

Identify program issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specifications

Lead the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities. Participating with Group management in pursuing business partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that enhance the capabilities of the Group/Company and may result in new products, programs and business opportunities

Direct the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology, and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Inertial Fusion TechnologyProgram ManagementTechnical LeadershipScientific ExpertiseR&D Process DevelopmentCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Requires a Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as fifteen or more years of progressively complex program experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education

Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives

Must be an internationally recognized expert in one or more scientific fields as demonstrated by; (1) original work(s) published in national or professional scientific journals; (2) invited presentations to national scientific symposiums; (3) participation on national scientific review panels or scientific committees; (4) recognition via scientific awards or distinction as fellow (or equivalent) by a major scientific organization; and (5) scientific patents held

Has demonstrated leadership ability by directing/developing the solution(s) to highly technical and complex scientific problems, and has experience in influencing, attracting, and retaining technical business opportunities as well as professional staff

Possesses the ability to; (1) guide the resolution of unusually complex technical problems; (2) develop solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity; (3) champion the development of new concepts and principles; and (4) serve as an expert spokesperson on those concepts and principles

Demonstrates excellent communication, computer, presentation, and interpersonal skills, be customer focused, and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment

Able to work extended hours and travel as required

US Citizenship is required