Project Manager IV

56917BR

Company:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

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 is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operational aspects of various projects within the Engineering department, focusing primarily on professional development, employee-related projects rather than technical projects. The role serves as the liaison between project management, senior management, and internal stakeholders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage projects related to:

• New Professional development program.

• Engineering-Manufacturing rotation program.

• Tech Director/Fellow 'Tech Seminars' program.

• Key Technology Subject Matter Experts program.

• Lunch & Learns.

• Schedules, budgets, training, and communications related to these projects.

• Continually review the status of projects and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Assess project issues and develop solutions to meet goals and objectives.

• Accomplish tasks through subordinate staff, management, and/or across teams.

• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem-solving.

• Make decisions that have an extended impact on outcomes, are long-lasting, and may influence the future course of the organization.

• Create project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality and specification goals are attained.

• Collaborate with management and project team(s) in the assignment and assessment of project goals to meet larger and more strategic business objectives.

• Oversee and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.

• Manage the coordination of departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.

• Manage work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary.

• Establish operating policies and procedures that impact project(s). Interpret company-wide policies and procedures as they relate to the project(s).

• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation. May make presentations to internal and external audiences as needed regarding project status.

• Collaborate with 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 solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals, and business objectives.

• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to employees working on assigned project. Effectively communicate project expectations and objectives to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.

• Interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact project(s).

• Participate in, lead segments of or provide overall management for 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.

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

Job ID#:

56917BR

Job Category:

Program/Project Management

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

125,810

City:

Poway

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

229,670

Recruitment Posting Title:

Engineering Services Project Manager

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelors in Business Administration or related discipline and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least seven of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

• Must demonstrate an extensive 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 variety of non-routine issues of diverse scope and nature.

• strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• the ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.

• Must be able to travel as required.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

Workstyle:

Onsite

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC's "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.