Engineering Manager MQ-9 COCO Programs

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft, tactical reconnaissance radars, and advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join our MQ-9 COCO team in Poway, CA. This role reports to the Engineering Director for MQ-9 Emerging Programs and focuses on the technical aspects of Company Owned Company Operated (COCO) programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all engineering project activities, including planning and execution to meet quality, business, and financial objectives.
• Oversee current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial goals for the engineering unit(s).
• Participate in establishing design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical and scheduling issues, serving as the primary engineering contact.
• Support proposal preparation, business plans, work statements, specifications, operating budgets, and financial contract terms.
• Ensure technical leadership and excellence by attracting, selecting, retaining, and developing professional and technical talent.
• Lead progress review sessions to address technical performance and engineering-related cost and schedule impacts.
• Identify engineering issues and provide leadership in developing solutions, including resource reallocation or priority adjustments.
• Participate in developing new business opportunities and expanding existing ones within the COCO business area.
• Coordinate with MQ-9B Core Development and IRAD teams to ensure proper capabilities and technologies are delivered to COCO customers.
• Maintain security of proprietary technology and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and safety procedures in company operations.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in engineering or a related technical field, along with eleven or more years of progressively complex engineering experience. Equivalent experience may substitute for education.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice, as well as project management and leadership skills.
• Ability to resolve complex management and technical problems.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with departments, management, staff, customers, and government representatives.
• Customer-focused with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Professional Engineering License and published works in professional engineering journals are desirable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
• Hybrid work environment, pending project needs.
• 401(k) with company match and company pension.
• On-site cafeterias, gyms, and outdoor recreation centers.
• Unlimited access to discounted tickets for events and amusement parks, including the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
• Team-centric work environment with growth potential within GA-ASI.
• Free Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at work.

Pay

Salary range: $125,810 - $229,670