General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 11 hours ago
Program Manager
Poway, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $205K/yr
11+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Program Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing the technical performance of engineering programs in support of the Department of Defense, ensuring quality and financial objectives are met.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.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 program plans or delivery methods which usually serve a single customer
Collaborate with technical staff and/or Division/Group executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the program(s). May also contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives which have a long-range forecast projected to continue for multiple years
Collaborate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration
Interact with management and customer representatives regarding programs, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual clarifications. Act as primary contact for program issues
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/meetings 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
Develop and manage new workflows and processes within the program as required
Participate 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
Direct and manage day to day programmatic activities
Execute contract performance requirements and deliver Contract Deliverable Requirements List (CDRL) in a timely manner
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex program administration experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Demonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as comprehensive program management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones
Must be able to develop solutions to complex problems that require coordination of technologies and issues across program requirements
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
Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and scheduling applications
Preferred
Program Management certification (desired)
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 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
Daniel Johnson
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
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