Project Manager, ADF

Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager, ADF to join our team in Ft. Madison, IA.
With general supervision, this position is responsible for marketing/inside sales activities of products and/or services in the aircraft deicing business unit. Maintains key marketing/sales contacts with both domestic and foreign entities. Evaluates new initiatives and business opportunities. Participates in the development of short- and long-range objectives and recommends goals to higher management. Identifies customer needs, performs market analysis, monitors competitive activity, and develops business plans.

• Develops market/product line business plans and capture plans to support sales in designated market segments.
• Advises management on status or action required in connection with existing and potential sales programs.
• Identifies potential customers to develop and fosters partnerships.
• Analyzes market data to identify trends
• Identify trends/opportunities and provides input for strategic direction.
• Prepares and provides initial pricing information and recommendations to management.
• Creates market analyses presentations.
• May prepare and present company product briefings and conducts facilities tours for visitors.
• Assists in supplying business development input and administrative control for specific projects within the group.
• Provides initial drafts of white papers, articles, technical descriptions, etc.
• Maintains the policies and processes used by marketing, including the implementation and progression of electronic and organizational management systems.
• Coordinates promotional activities including participation in trade shows, customer site visits and other industry events.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.
• With general supervision, this position is responsible for marketing/inside sales activities of products and/or services in the aircraft deicing business unit.
• Maintains key marketing/sales contacts with both domestic and foreign entities. Evaluates new initiatives and business opportunities.
• Participates in the development of short- and long-range objectives and recommends goals to higher management.
• Identifies customer needs, performs market analysis, monitors competitive activity, and develops business plans.

• Develops market/product line business plans and capture plans to support sales in designated market segments.
• Advises management on status or action required in connection with existing and potential sales programs.
• Identifies potential customers to develop and fosters partnerships.
• Analyzes market data to identify trends/opportunities and provides input for strategic direction.
• Prepares and provides initial pricing information and recommendations to management.
• Creates market analyses presentations.
• May prepare and present company product briefings and conducts facilities tours for visitors.
• Assists in supplying business development input and administrative control for specific projects within the group.
• Provides initial drafts of white papers, articles, technical descriptions, etc.
• Maintains the policies and processes used by marketing, including the implementation and progression of electronic and organizational management systems.
• Coordinates promotional activities including participation in trade shows, customer site visits and other industry events.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Marketing, Business Administration or related field and three or more years progressively complex marketing/sales experience.
• Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education. Must demonstrate a general understanding of marketing/sales concepts, techniques, and standards and experience demonstrating those concepts.
• Must possess:

• the ability to contribute to the development of new processes or systems and…