Engineering Manager MQ-9 COCO Programs

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICP bonus

Hybrid work environment

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the MQ-9 COCO program.

You will plan, direct and coordinate engineering activities across proposals, development, testing and fielding while ensuring technical, schedule and budget objectives are met. The role requires advanced engineering leadership, strong communication with cross-functional teams, and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in engineering or a related technical field with eleven+ years of progressively complex engineering experience.
• Proven ability to resolve complex management and technical problems.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills for interfacing with all levels of management and customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects from planning through fielding.
• Develop and implement technical, schedule, quality, and financial objectives for COCO programs.
• Lead design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product development and integration.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to resolve technical and scheduling issues.
• Prepare proposals, budgets, statements of work, and contract terms/conditions.
• Lead efforts in talent development and performance reviews with engineering teams.
• Support new business opportunities within COCO and related programs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

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.

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 for a experienced Engineering Manager to join our MQ-9 COCO team located in Poway, CA. This position reports to the Engineering Director for MQ-9 Emerging Programs and is responsible for the planning, management and support for the technical aspects of the Company Owned Company Operated (COCO) programs. Manages all phases of assigned engineering projects from pre-proposal, standup and fielding, through completion. Participates with technical staff, program managers and/or Division/Group executive management to develop and implement current, annual and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business and financial objectives for the Leasing Services/COCO business units. May also contribute to the development of annual and long-term objectives for the Division/Group. Objectives are typically accomplished through subordinate engineering managers and/or team leaders. May be responsible for decisions that impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time, resources, and funds.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage all activities for engineering project(s) including planning and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained.

Manage and implement current, annual and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the engineering unit(s) and may also participate in the development of Group/Company objectives.

Participate in and coordinate the establishment of 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 engineering activities.

Will support the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract(s).

Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required professional, and technical talent.

Lead progress review sessions to discuss technical performance and engineering related impacts to cost and schedule.

Identify engineering issues and provide leadership in developing solutions including requesting a re-allocation of resources or re-plan of priorities from senior leadership.

Will participate in the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities within the COCO business area.

Coordinate with the MQ-9B Core Development and IRAD teams to ensure the proper capabilities and technologies are on ramped to the COCO customers.

Security of the unit's proprietary technology, and 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.

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, unlimited access to discounted tickets 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 Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates technical expertise in the application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.
• Must possess the ability to resolve complex management and technical problems.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Customer focused.
• Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.
• Able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• A Professional Engineering License, and original work(s) published in professional engineering journals are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 125,810 - 229,670