General Atomics · 2 months ago
Project Manager DHS Program
Poway California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $183K/yr
11+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage all phases of projects within the DHS/CBP team, ensuring that quality, business, and financial objectives are met.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage all phases of the project(s) from initiation through closure, including planning, acquisition, manufacturing, testing and monitoring of technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained
Lead planning and preparation of projects, business plans, project work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s)
Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications
Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion
Coordinate with departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgraded capabilities
Participate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product development, integration and testing
Assess and address project issues as they arise and identify mitigation plans
Active monitoring and tracking project status, budget, and schedules through earned value management
Develop review packages for assigned projects and brief project(s) during monthly internal reviews and customer briefings
Interpret and administer policies, processes and procedures that impact project(s)
Collaborate across management and project teams to expand services and potential business opportunities
Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations
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
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
Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required
Must possess: Ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects
Must possess: Ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of non-routine matters of diverse scope and nature
Must possess: Strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Must possess: Ability to work independently and lead in a team environment
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
Free EV & Plug-In Hybrid vehicle charging during work hours
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
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