Department Assistant
Poway, California
Overview
Corporate positions help our company operate at its maximum potential while providing the best service to all customers. Our corporate teams maintain a high level of collaboration across multiple departments and teams. Corporate roles include Human Resources, Legal, Information Technology Services (ITS), Accounting & Finance, and Contracts & Procurement.
Schedule: Full-Time Hourly
Job Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25
Success Profile
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- Collaborative
- Communicator
- Efficient
- Problem Solver
- Team Player
- Versatile
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.
Under close supervision, this position performs a variety of activities in support of functional areas for one or more project/business units.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Gathers, collects, records, reviews, tracks, and verifies data and information from multiple sources. Reports on the progress of work in process.
- Responds to routine verbal and written requests for information from internal sources and may respond to verbal and written requests for information from authorized external parties and/or agencies. Interface with Depot Engineers, Program Office,
- Production and Quality Control personnel, purchasing, in the processing, delivery and receipt of parts and completed work orders.
- Provides administrative support to engineers in the Repair Depot department. Assignments are of moderate scope and importance where judgment is required in analyzing, interpreting, and making recommendations in resolving non-routine issues.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must demonstrate a basic understanding of assigned functional area principles, theories and concepts.
- Must possess:
- The ability to grasp new concepts quickly.
- The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Strong organization skills and the ability to establish priorities.
- The ability to identify issues and solve routine problems.
- Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report.
- Full knowledge of computer operations and applications.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential.
- Considerable knowledge of computer operations and applications.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.
Salary:$38,230 - $56,838
Benefits
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Healthcare
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Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
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Competitive Pay
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Multiple product lines means a variety of work
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Paid Time Off

“General Atomics is a company that has provided amazing career opportunities. There is no limit to where you can go in this company.”– Shalena, Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

“I consider myself an effective leader and manager who also cares about his team. I strive to support my team so they can ensure we are taking care of our customers.”– Uriah, Project Manager
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