Program Manager Leasing Services

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICP bonus

Hybrid work environment

Discounted park tickets and amenities

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA seeks an experienced Program Manager to oversee one or more programs from initiation to delivery, coordinating technical performance, cost, schedule, and risk across matrixed teams.

You will interact with internal teams, customers and vendors, develop proposals and budgets, influence contract terms, and ensure secure handling of sensitive information while supporting growth opportunities for GA-ASI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master, or PhD in engineering, science, or related field with 11+ years of program management experience.
• Strong leadership, planning, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to coordinate technologies across programs and manage multiple customers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; DoD Secret clearance ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the program from conceptualization through completion, including acquisition planning and performance.
• Develop and coordinate program plans for multiple customers and delivery methods.
• Lead engineering interactions to define concepts, criteria, and requirements for development and testing.
• Interact with customers and vendors; act as primary contact for program issues and proposals.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Scheduling

Cross-functional

Resource coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in engineering or related field

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 are seeking a experienced Program Manager located in Poway, CA., who will be supporting our Leasing and Services for domestic and/or international customers. This position typically reports to a Senior Program Manager or Director and is responsible for the planning and performance of one or more programs. Manages programs which require the development of well-defined program plans and delivery methodologies. Leads all phases of assigned program(s) from initiation through delivery. Applies established technologies using standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems. Typically accomplishes objectives through subordinate managers and matrixed organizations. Responsible for decisions that could impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time and resources, impacting strategic goals of the company.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all phases of the program(s) 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 that may serve multiple customers.
• Participate with technical staff and/or Division/Group executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the program(s). Will contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives.
• Participate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
• Interact with internal and external representatives (including international customers and vendors) at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues. Act as primary contact for program(s) 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.
• Act as the primary customer contact for program activities and may lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Identify program issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specification.
• Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities. May participate with Group management in pursuing business partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that enhance the capabilities of the Group/Company and may result in new products, programs and business opportunities.
• 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, unlimited access to discounted tickets to events and amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
• 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, science or a related technical field as well as eleven 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.
• Able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security clearance.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 118,500 - 207,750