California

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 have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for an experienced Program Manager to join our USMC Program.

This position will manage the development and integration efforts for the USMC MQ-9A Program. This position will lead and coordinate all phases of assigned program from initiation through delivery. Appling established technologies using standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems. Cross functional collaboration skills will be critical in the execution of the assigned development project.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Manage all phases of the program 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.

* Participate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.

* Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues. 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 participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.

* Manage the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

* 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.

Highlights Working For GA-ASI:

* This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.

* This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment 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 events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park at discounted rates.

* Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.

* Free Electric Vehicle (EV) charging while at work.

Job Category

Program/Project Management

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Salary

State

California

Clearance Level

Secret

Pay Range Low

112,320

City

Poway

Clearance Required?

Desired

Pay Range High

205,058

Recruitment Posting Title

Program Manager, MUX Integration & Development

Job Qualifications

* 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 with at least five of those years managing programs. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

* 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.

* Must be able to develop solutions to problems that require coordination of technologies across program requirements.

* Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management,…