General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Program Manager III

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $120K — $150K *
Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering, science, or related technical field required.
  • 11+ years of progressively complex program administration experience, with 5+ years in program management.
  • Expertise in program management principles and leadership skills such as organizing and coordinating workloads.
  • Ability to develop solutions requiring coordination of diverse technologies across program requirements.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various stakeholders.
  • Experience in business development and proposal development within the defense industry.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage technical performance of radar development programs.
  • Lead all phases of assigned programs from initiation to delivery.
  • Ensure programs represent stable growth, applying established technologies to solve technical problems.
  • Make critical decisions that affect program outcomes and resource allocation.
  • Coordinate with the GA-ASI strategic development and marketing teams for business development.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and technology.
  • Exposure to advanced radar technology and cutting-edge projects.
  • Flexible work hours and potential for remote work arrangements.
  • Support for obtaining a DoD security clearance.
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Job Summary

This role will report to the senior program manager and focus on leading project managers that are executing radar development programs as well as cultivating new radar business development and marketing opportunities in concert with the GA-ASI strategic development and marketing teams.
  • This position is responsible for the planning, managing and technical performance of one or more developed or mature engineering program(s) contained at a single location.
  • Manages programs which have well defined program plans and delivery methodologies. Leads all phases of assigned program(s) from initiation through delivery.
  • Responsible for program(s) which represent stable growth. Applies established technologies using standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems. Typically accomplishes objectives through direct execution as well as from subordinate team members.
  • Responsible for decisions that could impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time and resources.


    • Job Qualifications

    • Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex program administration experience with at least five of those years managing programs. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
    • Demonstrates technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as 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 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 up to 25% as required.
    • Experienced in developing proposals and defense industry business development.
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required

    About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

    General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
    Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
    Size
    14,000 employees
    Industry
    Aerospace & Defense
    Founded
    1955
    * Ladders Estimates

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