Senior Aircraft Final Assembly Manager

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical radars. We seek leadership in Aircraft Final Integration to manage manufacturing operations, safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.

This role directs all phases of manufacturing from plant layout to operations, guiding cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement. The position reports to a director and requires strategic oversight of multiple product lines, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering or a related discipline and 11+ years of progressively complex manufacturing experience with at least five years managing manufacturing operations.
• Detailed understanding of aircraft maintenance and manufacturing operations; broad application of operations practices, techniques and standards; project management and leadership skills including planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads.
• Ability to resolve unusually complex management and technical problems.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Customer focus, self-initiative, teamwork, and willingness to work extended hours.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, scheduling, and management of aircraft manufacturing operations to meet objectives.
• Act as the primary contact for manufacturing activities and participate in progress planning and review sessions to discuss schedule and cost.
• Ensure operations comply with regulatory and safety requirements, applying DCMA8210 as applicable to aircraft manufacturing and maintenance.
• Lead continuous improvement and implement lean principles.
• Manage production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
• Ensure machinery, equipment, and tools comply with Ground Operations Procedures and DCMA 8210.
• Identify manufacturing issues and provide leadership in developing technical and administrative solutions.
• Provide guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specifications that optimize facilities and manufacturing techniques.
• Oversee talent planning, selection, retention, and development to maintain manufacturing leadership and excellence.
• Support development of new business opportunities to enhance organizational capabilities.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations wherever business is conducted.
• Perform work safely in accordance with procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical radars. We seek leadership in Aircraft Final Integration to manage manufacturing operations, safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.

This role directs all phases of manufacturing from plant layout to operations, guiding cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement. The position reports to a director and requires strategic oversight of multiple product lines, with a