Engineering Cam III

General Atomics; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in Huntsville, AL seeks an Engineering Project Manager to oversee scope, manage tasks, and ensure on‑time delivery. You will decompose SOWs into WBS, create IMS schedules, and coordinate with engineering, finance, and program management using EVM techniques.

Responsibilities include building schedules in MS Project, monitoring milestones, performing EAC updates, and guiding cross‑functional teams through design, cost, and schedule challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 5+ years of related experience.
• Earned Value Management (EVM) / Control Account Management experience required.
• Ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Decompose SOW into WBS and IMS.
• Build schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Monitor schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery.
• Provide project status to stakeholders.
• Estimate remaining effort and cost (EAC).
• Perform Earned Value Management analysis to identify variances.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver products/services.
• Develop Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
• Identify issues and develop solutions to non-routine challenges.

Skills

EVM experience

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Windchill PDM

SAP (MRP)

Job description

55827BR

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.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

This position directly supports the Science & Technology Products super-directorate by ensuring projects are contained within the defined technical scope, capturing, and managing the technical work to be executed, managing tasks execution, and capturing performance status. To be successful, this role requires a working understanding of the technical product combined with planning and cost/schedule management. Therefore, a technical background is a major benefit. Equally important is a depth of experience and direct application of cost, schedule, and EVM processes.

The Engineering Project Manager serves as a crucial interface between the engineering/technical team, Finance, Scheduling, and program management. This role includes monitoring and analyzing progress and expediting critical path components and processes to maintain schedule. The Engineering Project Manager evaluates and resolves barriers to task completion, some of which may be complex, related to design, quality, cost, and schedule. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with project team to decompose and allocate the scope documented in a Statement of Work (SOW) to create a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• In consultation with engineering team, build project schedules using tools such as Microsoft Project.
• Oversee and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.
• Work with project teams to gather and provide project status to key stakeholders.
• Estimate remaining project effort and cost as part of a regular Estimate at Complete (EAC) update process.
• Perform Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis to identify and document the root causes of cost and schedule variances.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Analyze project labor and material expenditures for improper charging and other discrepancies.
• Guide interdisciplinary teams to tackle project challenges.
• Participate in request for proposal (RFP) process to develop Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and preliminary schedules to generate new business.
• Develop Baseline Change Proposals (BCPs) to incorporate new scope into the project baseline.
• Identify issues, analyze and interpret data, and develop solutions to a variety of non-routine challenges of diverse scope and nature.
• Flex adaptability to manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities.
• Develop and manage large data sets in Excel to address specific program challenges.
• Administer and maintain large scale tracking and burn-down workbooks beyond typical Earned Value Management. Examples include procurement tracking, drawing burn-down, and line-of-balance trackers for manufacturing and assemblies.
• Manage both developmental and production (manufacturing) programs.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.
• May be required to interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact project(s).
• Perform 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.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, business administration or related discipline, along with five or more years of related experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. BS degree in an engineering discipline desired.
• Must demonstrate an 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.
• Earned Value Management (EVM) / Control Account Management experience required.
• Must possess:
• The ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects.
• The 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.
• The ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.
• The ability to apply listening, empathy, and verbal communication skills to build trust and rapport to manage project stakeholders.
• The ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Must have knowledge of production and engineering support principles and concepts and a general understanding of practices, techniques, and standards.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
• The ability to use independent analysis and judgment in developing solutions to a variety of complex problems of moderate scope and complexity.
• The ability to apply listening, empathy, and verbal communication skills to build trust and rapport to manage project stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees, managers, and external parties.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Previous DOD experience with military standards and instructions highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment is highly desirable, particularly in roles involving production planning, cost control, or schedule management.
• Demonstrated experience working within complex, multi-level supply chains are highly desirable, including exposure to material planning
• PMP or EVMS certification highly desirable.
• Must possess experience with the following tools:
• Microsoft Project or light version of Project
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Product Data Management (PDM) systems such as Windchill or similar
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems such as SAP or similar
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential.

Job Category:

Engineering

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

81,080

Pay Range High:

141,650

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Clearance Level:

Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.