General Atomics · 12 hours ago
Project Administrator
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$74K/yr - $129K/yr
6+ years expGeneral Atomics (GA) is a leading resource for high-technology systems development, and they are seeking a detail-oriented Project Administrator to join their Electromagnetic Systems group. The role involves overseeing operational aspects of projects, developing project plans and schedules, and ensuring milestones are met while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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Responsibilities
Administers daily operational aspects of one or more ongoing projects, typically as part of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs); participates in project plan development, design and schedule
Integrates and analyzes project plans to ensure milestones and delivery requirements are met; ensures that all the key parties are advised
Analyzes data and situations and develops solutions with project managers, line managers, engineering, production, and clients; influences and guides on actions to be taken
Develops appropriate electronic and hard copy reports and records
Represent the organization as prime contact with outside organizations; may make internal and external presentations as required
Provides direction to support less experienced professional staff
Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Performs other duties as assigned
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a bachelors degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and six or more years of progressive professional project administration experience. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education
Must demonstrate a complete understanding of project administration principles, theories, concepts, and techniques, particularly in engineering or high-technology environments
Must have experience organizing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates, including managing dependencies and adapting to shifting priorities
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them in an evolving environment while contributing to the development of new processes
Must be customer-focused and possess: The ability to identify issues, analyze data, and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems
Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings
Strong interpersonal skills enabling an effective interface with other professionals, and proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, SAP, or equivalent software
Ability to plan and replan tasks that may have dependencies, predecessors, or successors, which can change over time due to external factors such as production delays, while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders to mitigate risks and maintain project alignment
Ability to work independently or in a team environment in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting is essential, as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required
Preferred
Demonstrated experience with EMALS and AAG products
Demonstrated experience with Windchill
Preferred experience with EVMS
Exceptional experience would include Power BI and Access database knowledge
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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