US Army Program Manager

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead the planning, management, and technical performance of engineering programs at a single location. You will direct all phases from initiation through delivery, ensuring quality, schedule, and financial objectives are met.

Strong leadership and DoD clearance readiness are required. You will collaborate with engineering and management to develop plans, coordinate resources, and guide cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master, or PhD in engineering, science, or related field with nine+ years of program management experience.
• Extensive program management knowledge and leadership skills for organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads.
• Ability to develop solutions that coordinate technologies across program requirements.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills for interface with management and customers.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours; ability to obtain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of the program(s) from initiation through delivery, including planning and managing technical performance to meet objectives.
• Develop and coordinate program plans or delivery methods for a single customer.
• Collaborate with staff and executives to set technical, schedule, quality, and financial objectives for the program(s).
• Collaborate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for research, development, testing, and integration.
• Act as primary contact for program issues and customer communications; lead program reviews on cost, schedule, and performance.
• Influence preparation of proposals, budgets, and contract terms; assist in negotiations and modifications.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Travel readiness

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.

This position typically reports to a Program Director and is responsible for the planning, managing and technical performance of one or more established engineering program(s) contained at a single location. Directs all phases of program(s) from initiation through delivery. Responsible for program(s) which represent moderate future growth in distinct products or components. Applies established technologies that require advanced principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems. Typically accomplishes objectives through subordinate managers. Responsible for decisions that could have an extended impact on outcomes where erroneous decisions could result in critical delays and modifications to programs.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Direct 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 which usually serve a single customer.
• Collaborate 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). May also contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives which have a long-range forecast projected to continue for multiple years.
• Collaborate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
• Interact with management and customer representatives regarding programs, operational decisions, scheduling requirements and contractual clarification. Act as primary contact for program 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 directing and 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 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.
• Lead the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities. 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.
• Direct the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology, and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Coordinate with the Fielding PM in order to ensure documentation and hardware are available to execute upgrades.
• Coordinate with the Depot Repair PM in order to upgrade hardware for fielding.
• Develop proposals and answer Requests for Information in support sustainment of future Gray Eagle platforms.
• 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.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as nine or more years of progressively complex program administration experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as comprehensive 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 complex 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, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the US Army Gray Eagle aircraft.
• Familiarity with US Army processes with regard to technical publications and field upgrades.

Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 90,930 - 162,788