Quality Assurance Training Academy Project Administrator

Quality Assurance Training Academy Project Administrator

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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.
We are looking for a passionate and innovative Project Administrator to join our Quality Assurance team. In this role, you will lead the development of the Quality Assurance Training Academy and join a team that’s shaping the future of unmanned aviation and making a tangible impact on aerospace technology.
This position is responsible for establishing the Quality Assurance Training Academy by coordinating the development of technical content, curriculum, and training programs, as well as creating course catalogs for Quality Assurance personnel. The academy supports departmental strategic initiatives and learning requirements, including quality principles, regulatory compliance, and practices that ensure product and process integrity.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers daily operational aspects to support the QA Training Academy; leads project plan development, design, and schedule.
• Integrates and analyzes project plans to ensure milestones and delivery requirements are met; advises all key parties.
• Analyzes data and situations and develops solutions with project managers, line managers and clients; influences and guides actions to be taken.
• Develops appropriate electronic and hard copy reports and records.
• Represents the organization as a prime contact with outside organizations; may make internal and external presentations as required.
• Provides direction to support less experienced professional staff.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• 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.
• Oversees the ongoing administration and operational sustainability of the QA Training Academy.
• Partners with the centralized GA-ASI Learning Management organization to maintain the QA Academy strategy, roadmap, and corresponding project plan.
• Develops and coordinates curriculum development; conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities.
• Develops training schedules; develops course content and coordinates the development of training aids in coordination with internal SMEs, contractors, or vendors.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline and six or more years of progressive professional project administration experience; equivalent experience may substitute for education.
• Aerospace industry experience desired.
• Previous military aviation maintenance experience or FAA A&P certification desirable.
• Previous Quality Assurance experience or knowledge of QA principles desirable.
• Previous teaching experience desirable.
• Previous experience with technical training material development desirable.
• Must demonstrate complete understanding of project administration principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Must have experience organizing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates.
• Must possess 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 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; good computer skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Job Type: Full‑Time
Salary range: $73,700 - $128,780

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Quality Assurance