Project Manager – Engineering Principal Aide and Strategy Advisor

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading provider of proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. This position oversees and coordinates the operational aspects of a portfolio of Engineering projects across various resource groups and serves as a liaison between Engineering Senior Leadership and engineering management teams, planning, engineering, line management, and customers on operational and scheduling concerns.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Aid in the development of project plans and manage resources to ensure project schedules, budgets, quality, and specifications are met.
• Evaluate organizational effectiveness and provide data-supported recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor project progress and intervene or solve problems with project management, line management, and customers.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and present results to project management teams and management.
• Collaborate across management and project teams to expand services and business opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with environmental and other regulations.
• Identify and assess project issues and develop solutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Lead and provide direction and guidance to employees working on assigned projects.
• Participate or lead segments of the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations.
• Work independently and as part of a team to ensure work is accomplished safely.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field and nine or more years of progressively complex experience in project administration, with at least three years in project management.
• Must have a thorough understanding of project management processes, planning and scheduling methods, and budget management.
• The ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects, identify issues, analyze and interpret data, and develop solutions to complex issues.
• Strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret clearance is required.