Project Administrator
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 Salary
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.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Project Administrator to join the Fleet and Deployment Services team. With general supervision, this position is responsible for the administration of operational aspects of ongoing projects within the Finance Team.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitors Capital Expenditure tracking for the FDS Capital Fleet.
- May be asked to track, upload and manage FDS flight hours and intermediate pools.
- Participates in problem solving with program and project managers.
- Creates and maintains Authorizations for Expenditure (AFE) and manages them through completion.
- Creates and maintains MS Excel charts for a multitude of different types of projects.
- Understand how all the functions work together to manage Cost Per Flight Hour (CPFH) rates.
- May represent the organization with outside organizations.
- Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- 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 Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
- Must demonstrate a basic understanding of project administration principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
- Must have experience organizing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates.
- Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them in an evolving environment while contributing to the development of new processes.
- Must be highly proficient in MS Excel.
- Must be customer focused and possess:
- the ability to identify issues, analyze data and develop solutions to a variety of problems
- good analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings
- good interpersonal skills enabling an effective interface with other professionals
- good computer skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to travel as required.
Salary:$51,650 - $87,290
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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