Project Manager MQ-9B Japan Sustainment

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.

We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Project Manager to join our MQ-9B SkyGuardian Global Support Solution (SGSS) team supporting our East Asia programs. This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the operational aspects of one or more project(s) and serves as the liaison between program management, project engineering, functional engineering, planning, contracts, and finance for sharing information and resolving basic problems. Continually reviews status of the project(s) and budgets to ensure project(s) are completed on time and within budget.

Assesses project issues and develops solutions to meet operational, production, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project management, engineering management, and the customer.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with development of project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality and specification goals are attained.
  • Assist with monitoring project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.
  • Assist in the identification of program issues and development of solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
  • Assist in the development progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
  • Effectively communicate program expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
  • Work closely with GA-ASI functional areas and international program office to coordinate planning, proposal development, and contract award.
  • Participate with Configuration Management Engineering to establish sustainment concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product improvements, DMSMS, and obsolescence solutions.
  • Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.
  • Administer and execute policies, processes, and procedures that impact the assigned project.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.
  • 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.
  • 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. Highlights Working For GA-ASI:
  • This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
  • This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.
  • Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
  • Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a Bachelors in Business Administration or 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. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of 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 be able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

  • Must possess
  • Ability to initiate, plan and manage projects.
  • Ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a wide range of complex issues.
  • Strong communication, computer, documentation,
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