Apply on Employer Site

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 day ago

Project Manager

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$91K/yr - $163K/yr

9+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the operational aspects of one or more projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while developing solutions to meet production and quality goals.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist with development of project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality and specification goals are attained

Manage and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals

Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services

Assign and monitor work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary

Administer and execute policies, processes, and procedures that impact the assigned project

Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and may present results to project management team and/or management

Collaborate across management and project team to expand services and potential business opportunities

Identify and assess project issues and develop recommendations for solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives

Act as a lead providing direction and guidance to employees working on assigned project

May participate in or lead segments of the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business

Engage with customers and stakeholders to manage expectations, provide regular updates, and ensure alignment with project and customer objectives, including liaising with international partners to support on-time project alignment

Oversee logistics and supply chain operations for project mobilization, including management of inventory, customs and import/export compliance, warehouse management, and alignment with logistics support dates to ensure product readiness

Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project scope, budget, and quality, driving continuous improvement efforts by analyzing performance data and recommending operational efficiencies, particularly in technical publications, system availability, and technical support functions

Ensure compliance with defense and export control regulations, to support project execution on a global scale, meeting all applicable legal and regulatory obligations

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

Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Budget ManagementPlanningSchedulingProject ManagementData AnalysisDoD Security ClearanceProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Typically requires a Bachelors in Business Administration or related discipline and nine or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least three of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education

Must have a thorough 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

Must possess: the ability to initiate, plan and manage projects, the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a wide range of complex issues, strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required