Project Manager MQ-9B Systems Programs

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

• This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.
• Outstanding benefits including: 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.
• Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.

• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance for the project(s) assigned.
• Take ownership and be accountable for the project(s) assigned.
• Create project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, technical specification, and customer satisfaction goals are attained.
• Oversee and monitor project schedules, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet contractual requirements.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Identify and assess project issues/risks and develop solutions to meet cost, schedule, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to employees working on assigned project(s).
• Communicate project expectations/status to team members, stakeholders, and the customer in a timely fashion.
• May participate in lead segments of or provide overall management for a request for proposal (RFP).
• Interpret and administer policies, processes and procedures that impact project(s).
• 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 Company.
• Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• 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.

• Education and Experience: 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.
• Project Management
  
  Skills:
  
  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.
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects.
  • Ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of non-routine matters of diverse scope and nature.
  • Strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.
  • Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Desirable
  
  Qualifications:
  
  
  • Familiarity with EVMS and Microsoft project.
  • Ability to create and manage project plans.
  • SAP proficient.
  • Bonus – Familiarity with MAPS.
  • Familiarity with export controls.

Available to travel if needed.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: $100,290 - $183,098