Generation Aircraft Project Manager

Next Generation Aircraft Project Manager

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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 Advanced Programs Group at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is looking for a Project Manager with a strong technical background, preferably in engineering, who will support research and development for next‑generation Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This position typically reports to a Program Manager or a Senior Program Manager. The role is responsible for managing and coordinating the operational aspects of one or more projects and serves as the liaison between project management and the project team, planning, and line management for sharing information and resolving basic problems.

The Project Manager continually reviews the status of projects and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, assesses project issues, and develops solutions to meet production, quality, and customer‑satisfaction goals.

• Assist with development of project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained.
• Manage and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross‑functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Assign and monitor work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary.
• Administer and execute policies, processes, and procedures that impact the assigned project.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and may present results to project management team and/or management.
• Collaborate across management and project team to expand services and potential business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.
• Identify and assess project issues and develop recommendations for solutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Act as a lead providing direction and guidance to employees working on assigned project.
• May participate in or lead segments of the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.
• Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions: other duties as assigned or required.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Science or a 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. Equivalent experience may substitute for education.
• Must have a thorough understanding of project management processes 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.
• Must possess the ability to initiate, plan and manage projects.
• The ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data, and develop solutions to a wide range of complex issues.
• Strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be customer‑focused, and able to work independently and as part of a team.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Type: Full‑Time Salary.
Salary range: $90,930 - $162,788.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Project Management

• Defense and Space, Manufacturing and Aviation, and Aerospace Component Manufacturing