Program Manager Radar Systems
Role summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking a Program Manager for Radar Systems. This role reports to the senior director and focuses on leading project managers executing radar development programs, as well as cultivating new radar business development and marketing opportunities. The position is responsible for the planning, management, and technical performance of engineering programs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering, science, or a related technical field, with at least eleven years of progressively complex program administration experience, including five years managing programs. Experience in defense industry business development and proposal development is required. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
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:
- This role will report to the senior director and focus on leading project managers that are executing radar development programs as well as cultivating new radar business development and marketing opportunities in concert with the GA-ASI strategic development and marketing teams.
- This position is responsible for the planning, managing and technical performance of one or more developed or mature engineering program(s) contained at a single location.
- Manages programs which have well defined program plans and delivery methodologies. Leads all phases of assigned program(s) from initiation through delivery.
- Responsible for program(s) which represent stable growth. Applies established technologies using standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems. Typically accomplishes objectives through direct execution as well as from subordinate team members.
- Responsible for decisions that could impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time and resources.
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, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex program administration experience with at least five of those years managing programs. 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 be able to develop solutions to problems that require coordination of technologies across program requirements.
- Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
- Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel up to 25% as required.
- Experienced in developing proposals and defense industry business development.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required
Job Category
Program/Project Management
Experience Level
Senior (8+ years)
Workstyle
Onsite
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time Salary
Pay Range Low
112,320
Pay Range High
205,058
Travel Percentage Required
0% - 25%
Relocation Assistance Provided?
No
US Citizenship Required?
Yes
Clearance Required?
Desired
Clearance Level
Secret