Program Manager, FDS

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars.

The Fleet and Deployment Services (FDS) team is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Future Operations group to improve aircraft and equipment utilization and coordinate with stakeholders for efficient project execution. The role covers all phases of operational projects from scope, budgeting, and initiation through completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master or PhD in engineering, science or related technical field with 13+ years of program administration experience.
• Demonstrates program management principles and leadership skills, including planning, scheduling and coordinating workloads.
• Must develop solutions requiring cross-technology coordination across program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support GA-ASI projects with aircraft and assets within established company priorities.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to schedule and execute fleet operations with stakeholders.
• Create project plans and manage resources to meet schedule, budget, quality and specs.
• Improve aircraft and asset utilization by coordinating with all stakeholders.
• Oversee project schedules, timelines and milestones from initiation to delivery.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or related technical field

Master's degree

PhD

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.
The Fleet and Deployment Services (FDS) team at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) manages the Capital Fleet of over 30 aircraft with supporting equipment. We are looking for a Program Manager to lead the Future Operations team to improve aircraft and equipment utilization and work with stakeholders for efficient project execution. This position reports to the Director of FDS and is responsible for the overall execution of fleet operations in support of company-wide stakeholders. The team is responsible for the technical, operational, fiscal planning, and execution of multiple simultaneous complex projects executed on the Capital Fleet. This role will lead all phases of operational projects, from scope creation, budgeting, and initiation through completion. Preferred experience successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously, leading, aviation operations, and understanding of aviation maintenance concepts. Responsible for decisions that could impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time and resources impeding the execution of company goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support GA-ASI projects with aircraft and assets within established company priorities.
• Find and fix problems within cost and schedule.
• Lead cross-functional efforts, with internal and external stakeholders, to schedule and execute fleet operations accounting for technical, programmatic, and fiscal requirements.
• Create project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained.
• Improve aircraft and asset utilization through coordination with all stakeholders and understanding programmatic and technical requirements.
• Oversee and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.
• Ensure all projects operate within financial and compliance rules.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Create program metrics and provide advice to leadership on efforts to improve fleet operations.
• Collaborate across management and project teams to expand services and potential business opportunities.
• Identify and assess project issues and develop solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to employees working on assigned projects. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• May be required to interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact project(s).
• 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.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as thirteen or more years of progressively complex program administration experience. 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, 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, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• 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; and the ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.
• Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary
Salary range: 158,000 - 276,500