General Atomics · 1 day ago
Program Manager
Englewood, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$141K/yr - $257K/yr
13+ years expGeneral Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. As a Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic projects forward, managing risks, resolving issues, and ensuring quality deliverables.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support medium-to-large scale programs from initiation through to successful completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, product managers, and cross-functional teams, to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the program lifecycle
Work closely with teams across various departments, including product, engineering, procurement security, marketing, and operations, to ensure that all elements of the program are delivered as planned
Manage/Facilitate the generation of Statements of Work (SOW’s) and Purchase Orders (PO’s) that accurately reflect the scope of work, primary Program Management Office (PMO) interface with Subcontract Management
Manage potential risks, proactively addressing issues and escalating when necessary. Track dependencies, issues, and changes to keep the program on track
Develop detailed project plans, manage schedules, and allocate resources effectively to ensure program milestones are met
Monitor program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure that financial targets are met while maintaining program quality
Provide regular updates to senior management, stakeholders, and team members on program status, risks, and issues. Create and deliver program reports, presentations, and other communication materials
Drive process improvements within the program management function, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and program success
Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues
Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent
Identify program risks and provide leadership in developing solutions
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as thirteen or more years of progressively complex program administration experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Experience managing electronics development programs and Internal Research and Development
Emotional intelligence and ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics
Results-oriented with the ability to maintain focus on program success and long-term organizational goals
Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
Demonstrates technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as program management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones
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
Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required
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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