General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Program Planning & OPS Manager II

Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in business administration, finance, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • Nine or more years of progressive project administration experience with three years in engineering or scientific settings.
  • Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills needed.
  • Extensive expertise in facility management and building engineering essential.
  • Direct experience with construction/tenant improvement and equipment/facility integration required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project is mandatory; familiarity with SAP®, CMMS, Procore, Bluebeam, CAD, and Revit desirable.
  • Ability to maintain a DoD security clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of facility management including infrastructure and systems.
  • Lead space planning and analyze space utilization effectively.
  • Coordinate construction projects and improvements with contractors.
  • Manage daily operations, budgets, and schedules systematically.
  • Review operational efficiency regarding costs and service delivery.
  • Establish and manage vendor service contracts for performance standards.
  • Collaborate across departments to align support services with operational needs.
  • Drive initiatives for process optimization and maintain documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a diverse range of facilities and infrastructure projects.
  • Direct involvement in space planning and resource optimization.
  • Collaboration with multiple departments promoting a multidisciplinary approach.
  • Active participation in compliance and safety, ensuring legal and company policy adherence.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We're looking for a hands-on Facilities Manager to take ownership of our facilities located in Eugene, Oregon. The ideal candidate has extensive experience operating and maintaining technical facilities, including labs, cleanrooms, and offices.

This onsite role is key in maintaining safe, clean, secure, and operationally effective workspaces by partnering with local leadership to proactively address business needs and proactively address emerging challenges.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facility & Infrastructure Operations
  • Oversee comprehensive facility management including building infrastructure, specialized equipment, and systems
  • Lead space planning initiatives by analyzing occupancy and space utilization
  • Coordinate construction projects and facility improvements with project management and contractor staff
  • Performs small facilities management tasks as necessary
Project & Budget Management
  • Plan and coordinate day-to-day operations, budgets, and schedules
  • Review costs, productivity, and service delivery methods to maintain operational efficiency
Vendor & Contract Management
  • Establish and manage service contracts, ensuring vendors meet performance standards
  • Coordinate with landlords and tenants on shared building matters
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Procurement, EH&S, and other departments to align support services with operational needs
  • Communicate effectively across departments to balance operational requirements with quality standards, timelines, and compliance
Process Improvement & Documentation
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize resource utilization
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and process workflows
Compliance & Safety
  • Ensure all operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
  • Ensure work is accomplished safely 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 Qualifications

  • Typically requires a Bachelors or Masters in business administration, finance or a related field and nine or more years of progressive project administration experience with at least three of the years in an engineering or scientific environment. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Strong leadership, communications, presentation, and interpersonal skills are also required as well as the ability to interpret and explain unusually complex information.
  • Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.
  • Must demonstrate detailed and extensive expertise in facility management, building engineering, and workplace services.
  • Direct experience with construction/tenant improvement, equipment/facility integration required.
  • Extensive experience using Microsoft Project required.
  • Experience utilizing SAP®, CMMS, Procore, Bluebeam, CAD, Revit is highly desirable.
  • Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required
  • May require the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

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
Founded
1955

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