General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 3 weeks ago
Program Manager V
Grand Forks North Dakota
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$141K/yr - $263K/yr
15+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Director of Air Systems Training will be responsible for directing all aspects of Air Systems Training, ensuring flight safety, quality, and performance objectives are met while leading the development of new business opportunities.
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Responsibilities
Direct all phases of the program from conceptualization through completion, including acquisition, planning, and managing technical performance to ensure flight safety, quality, business, and financial objectives are attained
Develop and coordinate Test/Training plans or other contract deliverables which serves multiple customers
Collaborate with technical staff and/or Division/Group executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the program(s). May also contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives which have a long-range forecast projected to continue for multiple years
Collaborate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration
Interact with management and customer representatives regarding programs, operational decisions, scheduling requirements and contractual clarification. Act as primary contact for program issues
Direct, influence, and coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s). Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications
Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by directing and participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent
Act as the primary customer contact for program activities and lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance
Identify program issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specification
Lead the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities. Participate with Group management in pursuing business partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures that enhance the capabilities of the Group/Company and may result in new products, programs and business opportunities
Direct the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology, and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as fifteen or more years of progressively complex program administration experience with at least nine of those years managing programs. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as comprehensive 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 complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
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
Preferred
Experience managing flight operations for an aerospace company, university or government
Experience managing flight test for an aerospace company, university or government
Experience as a test pilot for an aerospace company, university or government
Commercial FAA pilot rating or military equivalent
Benefits
Relocation Assistance Provided?: Yes
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyTechstars,Techstars Ventures
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Johnson
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
Recent News
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