Engineering Services Project Manager

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

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems.

This role oversees and coordinates the operational aspects of multiple projects within the Engineering department, focusing on professional development initiatives rather than purely technical work. It acts as a liaison among project management, senior management, and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Business Administration or related discipline and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least seven of those years in project management.
• 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.
• 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 issues of diverse scope and nature; strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills; the ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.
• Must be able to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the operational aspects of various projects within the Engineering department, focusing on professional development and employee-related projects.
• Manage projects related to new professional development programs, engineering-manufacturing rotation, tech seminars, SME programs, and Lunch & Learns.
• Review project status and budgets to ensure on-time and on-budget completion.
• Develop project plans and manage resources to meet schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals.
• Collaborate with management and project teams to meet strategic business objectives and expand services.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration

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.
This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operational aspects of various projects within the Engineering department, focusing primarily on professional development, employee-related projects rather than technical projects. The role serves as the liaison between project management, senior management, and internal stakeholders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage projects related to:
  • New Professional development program.
  • Engineering-Manufacturing rotation program.
  • Tech Director/Fellow ‘Tech Seminars’ program.
  • Key Technology Subject Matter Experts program.
  • Lunch & Learns.
  • Schedules, budgets, training, and communications related to these projects.
• Continually review the status of projects and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Assess project issues and develop solutions to meet goals and objectives.
• Accomplish tasks through subordinate staff, management, and/or across teams.
• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem-solving.
• Make decisions that have an extended impact on outcomes, are long-lasting, and may influence the future course of the organization.
• Create project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality and specification goals are attained.
• Collaborate with management and project team(s) in the assignment and assessment of project goals to meet larger and more strategic business objectives.
• Oversee and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.
• Manage the coordination of departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Manage work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary.
• Establish operating policies and procedures that impact project(s). Interpret company-wide policies and procedures as they relate to the project(s).
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation. May make presentations to internal and external audiences as needed regarding project status.
• Collaborate with management and project team to expand services and potential business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.
• Identify and assess project issues and develop solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals, and business objectives.
• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to employees working on assigned project. Effectively communicate project expectations and objectives to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• Interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact project(s).
• Participate in, lead segments of or provide overall management for the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business.
• 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.

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 a Bachelors in Business Administration or related discipline and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least seven of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• 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.
• 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 issues of diverse scope and nature.
  • strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • the ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.
• Must be able to travel as required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 125,810 - 229,670