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Senior Project Manager

Poway, California

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  • Schedule: Full-Time Salary

  • Job Level: Senior (8+ years)

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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  • Collaborative
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  • Efficient
  • Problem Solver
  • Team Player
  • Versatile

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Date posted 04/08/2024 Job ID 44266BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Senior (8+ years) Job Title Senior Project Manager City Poway State California Workstyle Hybrid Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $125,810 - $229,670

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and overseeing the health of multiple supply chains across various commodities, leveraging technical expertise and a deep understanding of industry trends to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  • We are seeking a technically savvy and competent individual, preferably with a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, who has a proven track record in supply chain development and can adeptly adapt to changing market conditions.
  • This role requires a strategic thinker who can collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply chain resilience, optimize operations, and contribute to sustained organizational growth.
  • With limited direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in identifying, evaluating, developing and administering supplier activities, projects, programs and/or performance.
  • Participates in the development of policies and procedures and monitors supplier activities and performance metrics to ensure Company processes, procedures and standards are in compliance.
  • Performs site visit of suppliers to evaluate logistical and performance capabilities. This will require moderate travel on a regular basis.
  • Represents the organization as the primary contact with internal business groups and external suppliers. Ability to interface effectively with all levels of internal customers and be able to communicate well with the highest positions at all of our strategic suppliers.
  • Primary contact and maintains professional relationship with internal business groups and external suppliers
  • Provides direction and training to professional, technical or staff and makes presentations as required. Will respond to supplier visit requests (to GA) and, if appropriate, set up internal meetings with the cognizant GA people invited
  • Will set up and facilitate purchased material status meetings, keeping action items and monitoring results.
  • Regularly monitor supplier metrics to assess quality and delivery performance and apply continuous improvement plans.
  • Compiles and analyzes data, determines expectations and evaluates supplier performance. Develops appropriate electronic and hard copy reports, records and metrics.
  • Becomes familiar with supplier processes; and develops and evaluates opportunities to improve, enhance or expand relationships.
  • Identifies, develops and selects qualified suppliers; evaluates reliability; and resolves supplier related and project related business and technical issues.
  • Recommends changes/updates in policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Company processes, procedures and standards and applicable regulations.
  • Provides direction and training to professional, technical or staff on supplier related matters and makes presentations as required.
  • Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • 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.
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 in Engineering, Science or a related technical discipline and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least seven of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Demonstrates technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as program management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.
  • Must have a thorough understanding of supplier administration, supply chain, purchasing, material management, production and/or material control practices, concepts, principles and regulations; and, experience demonstrating a broad application of those principles, concepts, and practices.
  • Must possess the ability to provide leadership in developing and communicating new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule and coordinate multiple work phases; determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level; and, provide innovative solutions to a range of complex problems.
  • Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and lead a team; capable of representing the organization as the prime contact and, provide leadership to less experienced professional and support employees on projects.
  • Must be customer focused and possess:
    • The ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex matters of diverse scope and nature
    • The analytical ability to read and understand technical instructions, drawings and specifications.
    • Must be able to communicate and interface effectively with all levels of technical personnel excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including management and outside representatives
    • the capability to lead in a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees and external representatives
    • The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
    • Knowledge of computer operations and software applications pertinent to the functional area; working knowledge of quality assurance and production planning

Salary:$125,810 - $229,670
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? No
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Benefits

  • Healthcare

  • Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple product lines means a variety of work

  • Paid Time Off

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