Project Manager III

Job Summary

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 a Flight Operations Manager at our Grand Forks Facility!

This position is responsible for planning, managing and executing daily operations in support of the Flight Test and Training Center.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all phases of flight training operations from conceptualization through completion, including acquisition, planning, and managing technical performance to ensure training quality, business, and financial objectives are attained

• Direct a team of aircrew instructors in the execution of all facets of daily operations

• Execute daily schedule activity consistent with planned infrastructure, environmental, facility, equipment, and personnel availability

• Manage system configuration to ensure compliance with training requirements and all applicable safety, airspace, and export regulations and constraints

• Forecast equipment, facilities, airspace, frequency, licensing, and support requirements. Develop and implement plans to satisfy requirements, and coordinates with applicable scheduling and regulatory bodies

• Develop and track performance metrics to assess operations' effectiveness

• Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues

• Manage the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Oversee International Trafficking of Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance

• Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever applicable training 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. Ensure all personnel comply with applicable service guidance

• Work directly with the government flight representative when required to ensure a healthy working relationship exists between the company and the government to support company priorities and meet applicable government requirements

• Make daily risk management decisions to ensure incident free operations. Develop short and long term operational risk management plans/goals working directly with the aviation safety office

• Other duties as assigned or required

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.