Senior Defense Program Manager (DoD Tech Development)

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 112,320 - 205,058; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

This position will lead the development of new technologies through collaboration with Government Science and Technology labs such as AFRL, NRL, DARPA, and others. The candidate will be responsible for understanding the technical capability gaps of interest within the Department of War and

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field with 11+ years of progressively complex program administration experience.
• Demonstrates application of program management principles and leadership across planning, scheduling and coordinating workloads.
• Must develop solutions that coordinate technologies across program requirements.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation and interpersonal skills to interface with all levels.
• Willingness to travel and ability to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the program from conceptualization through completion, including planning and technical performance management.
• Act as primary customer contact for program activities and lead program review sessions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts.
• Interface with internal and external representatives to resolve technical and scheduling issues.
• Influence preparation of proposals, business plans, and contract terms; support contract acquisitions and modifications.
• Ensure technical leadership and excellence through talent planning and development.
• Identify issues and propose solutions such as resource reallocation.
• Contribute to new business opportunities and expansion of existing opportunities.
• Manage development and security of proprietary technology and maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

This position will lead the development of new technologies through collaboration with Government Science and Technology labs such as AFRL, NRL, DARPA, and others. The candidate will be responsible for understanding the technical capability gaps of interest within the Department of War and