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General Atomics · 9 hours ago

Energetics Operations Manager

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$126K/yr - $230K/yr

13+ years exp

General Atomics (GA) is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development. The Energetics Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of energetics operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety protocols while leading engineering teams and directing policies related to explosive materials.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Direct the planning, scheduling, and management of manufacturing operations to achieve business, safety, quality, and financial objectives

Act as the primary contact for manufacturing activities and participate in progress planning and review sessions to discuss schedule and cost

Ensure all operations are monitored for regulatory and safety compliance

Ensure a proactive approach to continuous improvement and manage the implementation of lean principles

Manage production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply

Ensure machinery, equipment, and tools are well maintained

Identify manufacturing issues and provide leadership in developing solutions

Provide guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements that best utilize the facilities equipment and manufacturing techniques

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

Provide manufacturing expertise to the development of new and expansion of existing business opportunities to enhance the capabilities of the organization

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

Manage and lead engineering teams involved in energetics operations, fostering professional development and ensuring effective collaboration

Direct management and policies related to explosive materials in accordance with federal explosives laws

Serve as the primary point of contact for DCSA (Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency) and DCMA (Defense Contract Management Agency) audits and reviews

Provide and review input for proposals, including scope of work, infrastructure, and labor estimates for energetics processing

Act as the “Responsible Person” as defined by federal explosives laws, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations

Oversee inventory management of energetics materials and ensure proper key control for magazines

Ensure adherence to DoD Manual 4145.26 and DoD Manual 5100.76M regarding storage, handling, and transportation of explosives

Support BATFE (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives) inspections and address any findings or corrective actions

Maintain compliance with all state and local regulations related to explosives operations

Lead safety investigations related to energetics operations and implement corrective actions as needed

Develop and oversee training programs and qualification processes for personnel working with explosive materials

Establish and maintain emergency procedures for energetics operations, ensuring readiness for potential incidents

Qualification

Energetics operations managementFederal explosives lawsDoD standards complianceEngineering team managementProject managementLeadership skillsSafety complianceRegulatory complianceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsCustomer focusTeamwork

Required

Typically requires a Bachelors degree in business administration, engineering or a related discipline and thirteen or more years of progressively complex manufacturing experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education

Must have a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the principles, concepts, theories, and practices of manufacturing operations; extensive experience demonstrating a broad application of operations practices, techniques, and standards; as well as comprehensive project management and leadership skills, including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones

Must possess the ability to resolve unusually complex management and technical problems

Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required

Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment and able to work extended hours as required

Proven experience managing engineering teams in high-stakes environments, with a focus on energetics operations

Deep understanding of federal explosives laws and the role of a “Responsible Person.”

Expertise in DoD standards, including DoD Manual 4145.26 and DoD Manual 5100.76M

Familiarity with BATFE inspections and compliance requirements

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and coordinate with government agencies (DCSA, DCMA, BATFE)