Program Manager Next Gen ISR Program

Job Summary The Advanced Programs Group at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is looking for a Program Manager with a strong engineering background who will be supporting research and development for next generation Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This position typically reports to a senior program manager and is responsible for the planning, managing and technical performance of one or more established engineering program(s) contained at a single location.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct all phases of the program(s) from conceptualization through completion, including acquisition, planning, and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained.
• Develop and coordinate program plans or delivery methods which usually serve a single customer.
• Collaborate with technical staff and/or Division/Group executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the program(s).
• May also contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives which have a long-range forecast projected to continue for multiple years.
• Responsible for decisions that could have an extended impact on outcomes where erroneous decisions could result in critical delays and modifications to programs.
• Applies established technologies that require advanced principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems.
• Responsible for program(s) which represent moderate future growth in distinct products or components.
• Collaborate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
• Interact with management and customer representatives regarding programs, operational decisions, scheduling requirements and contractual clarification. Act as primary contact for program issues.
• Influence, and coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s). Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications.
• Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by directing and participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.
• Act as the primary customer contact for program activities and lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Identify program issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specification.
• Lead the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Participate with Group management in pursuing business partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that enhance the capabilities of the Group/Company and may result in new products, programs and business opportunities.
• Direct the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Desirable characteristics for this role include any of the following:

• Previous experience developing low TRL technologies, from concept inception through design, build, and verification testing. Leading Internal Research & Design (IR&D) efforts or contracted programs
• Experience as a supervisor of direct reports, clear understanding of project or systems engineer
• Previous experience as a Chief Engineer and experience as an Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead on a development effort
• Business degree in addition to a technical degree
• Previous experience as voting member of a Configuration Control Board (CCB) or a Material Review Board (MRB) or as a signatory for engineering drawing release and/or change authorization.

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 Bachelor’s, master’s or PhD in engineering, science, or a related technical field as well as thirteen or more years of progressively complex program administration experience with at least seven of those years managing programs.
• May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Typically requires four or more year’s prior experience as an engineer (e.g. EE, ME, SW, etc.)
• Demonstrates extensive technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as comprehensive 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 complex 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 as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

Salary:$140,900 - $257,233