Project Manager Netherlands Program

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 90,930 - 162,788; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Company pension

On-site cafeterias

Employee Recreation Association access

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is looking for a Project Manager to support planning and execution for the Netherlands Development program. The role involves monitoring and coordinating cross-functional projects to meet objectives and managing schedules and budgets effectively.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree and extensive experience in project management, with the ability to work independently and in teams. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Typically requires nine or more years of progressively complex experience in project administration.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security clearance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Program Manager on projects.
• Coordinate hardware movement for development.
• Develop and deliver progress reports.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s in business administration or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Visio

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.

The function of the Project Manager is to support the Senior Program Manager and other Project Managers in planning and execution of the Netherlands Development program elements. This position is responsible for monitoring, managing, and coordinating cross-functional projects by sharing information and resolving problems to meet objectives. This role is expected to create plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure project(s) are completed on time and within budget. The Project Manager will also help develop proposals to support the program.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Program Manager on projects and contract proposals requested by the customer.
• Coordinate the movement of testing hardware used during development and ensure development logistics are properly managed.
• Collaborate and assist with development of project plans and manage resources to ensure project or proposal cost, schedule, and performance (quality) are achieved to meet commitments.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, requirements documentation, and present results to the project management team and/or management.
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders at various levels concerning projects.
• Contribute to the development of new business opportunities on the program and expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Administer and execute policies, processes, and procedures that impact the assigned project.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.
• Identify and assess project issues and develop recommendations for solutions to meet program commitments and customer objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Assist a retrofit effort of existing UAS systems and hardware. Ensure mod kits are completed, DD250’d, and packaged for shipment to customer location. Ensure all support equipment and consumables required for retrofits are obtained and shipped to customer location.
• Assist the development of new aircraft software through SIL, ground test, and flight test. Work with functional groups to develop scope and schedules. Identify resources and equipment requirements. Manage the IMS and work to mitigate schedule risks. Coordinate test activities for SIL/HILL, Ground, and Flight with the test personnel. Track and manage costs and report status to program team.
• Assist the development and integration of new payloads into the aircraft configuration.
• Ensure work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Highlights Working For GA-ASI

• This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
• Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, Employee Recreation Association (ERA) which gives unlimited access to discounted tickets for 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.

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 bachelor’s in business administration or related discipline and nine or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least three of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of project management process 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security clearance is required.
• Desirable Qualifications:
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio. Knowledge of statistical techniques and software.
• Strong leadership skills, independent and unbiased, capable of quickly gaining trust and loyalty and inspiring/coaching others toward achievements, while developing positive and effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, peers, customers, and others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present, influence and collaborate at the leadership level.
• Strong problem-solving and excel skill in analyzing relevant and essential facts.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to a quick changing environment.
• Display eagerness to investigate and the ability to make sound decisions when faced with multi-faceted problems by effectively weighing risks, uncertainties, and assumptions.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new products and/or services.
• Familiarity with GA Finance processes is preferred.
• Experience working on software and hardware development programs.
• Experience with MS Office, including Project to build presentation material and present to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working on-site at customer locations.
• Experience working on US government proposals and contracts.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 90,930 - 162,788