Program Manager II

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 for an international Program Manager to provide sustainment and logistics support for Canada’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Program. This position reports to a Senior Program Manager within the SkyGuardian Global Support Solution (SGSS) organization and is responsible for the development and implementation of sustainment programs, projects, and operations to support the customer’s fleet of MQ-9B weaponized aircraft systems. Tasks include the management of material, equipment / parts, logistics, maintenance, training, engineering support, airworthiness, technical publications, site operations, and general customer support.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the fielding and maintenance of the MQ-9B SkyGuardian fleet.
• Oversee and monitor project schedules, timelines, and milestones from initiation, delivery, and steady state operations (sustainment) to meet contractual requirements.
• Manage and facilitate subcontracts by meeting with subcontractors on a regular basis for status and alignment on scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Collaborate with the Configuration Management Engineering team to establish sustainment concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product improvements, Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS), and obsolescence solutions.
• Act as liaison between Sr. Leadership, project management, project engineering, flight-line management, and the international customer to resolve issues relating to program, field operations, and resource priority concerns.
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to employees working on assigned projects.  
• Effectively communicate program expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• Assign and monitor work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary.
• Work closely with GA-ASI functional areas and international program office to coordinate support to customer operations.
• Identify and assess program issues and develop solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Create project plans and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained.
• Provide leadership in the execution of project and contract deliverables.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Collaborate across management and project team to expand services and potential business opportunities.
• May participate in and lead segments of (or provide overall management for) the Request for Proposal (RFP) process to generate new business.
• Ensure business area compliance by utilizing various Business Area Management (BAM) skill sets.
• Interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact the program.
• Other duties as assigned or required to support leadership.

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.