Program Manager - National Security Mission (NNSA)

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) seeks a Program Manager to lead a 10-year firm-fixed-price NNSA program, supervising cost, schedule, and technical delivery. You will coordinate with engineering, program control, and partners, ensuring milestones, margins, and customer satisfaction across all phases from demonstration to production.

The role requires broad, independent planning, strong communication with the customer and GA-EMS leadership, and an ability to manage subcontractors

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in engineering, science, or related field with 11+ years of program administration experience.
• Experience managing firm-fixed-price contracts with margin management and EAC development.
• DOE/NNSA/DoD program experience, preferably nuclear or processing facilities.
• Knowledge of FAR/DEAR/DFARS and subcontract flowdown.
• Proficient in integrated scheduling and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Own full accountability for cost, schedule, technical delivery, and customer satisfaction on a 10-year NNSA program.
• Manage integrated master schedule, WBS, and program baseline across all phases.
• Lead monthly program reviews and executive reporting on progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Direct subcontractors and suppliers, including design and construction partners.
• Ensure compliance with quality, ES&H, security, export controls, and data management.
• Interface with NNSA program office and contracting officers; lead reviews and reporting.
• Provide mentorship and support for program management best practices and templates.

Skills

Program management

Budget & cost control

Scheduling

Risk & opportunity management

Contracting experience

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Customer interface

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering/science

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) seeks a Program Manager to lead a 10-year firm-fixed-price NNSA program, supervising cost, schedule, and technical delivery. You will coordinate with engineering, program control, and partners, ensuring milestones, margins, and customer satisfaction across all phases from demonstration to production.

The role requires broad, independent planning, strong communication with the customer and GA-EMS leadership, and an ability to manage subcontractors