Project Manager IV

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.

This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operational aspects of various projects within the Engineering department, focusing primarily on employee-related projects rather than technical projects. The role serves as the liaison between project management, senior management, and internal stakeholders.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage projects related to:

• 'New Professional' professional development program

• Engineering-Manufacturing rotation program

• Tech Director/Fellow 'Tech Seminars' program

• Lunch & Learns

• Schedules, budgets, training, and communications related to these projects.

• Continually review the status of projects and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Assess project issues and develop solutions to meet goals and objectives.

• Accomplish tasks through subordinate staff, management, and/or across teams.

• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem-solving.

• Make decisions that have an extended impact on outcomes, are long-lasting, and may influence the future course of the organization.

• Create project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality and specification goals are attained.

• Collaborate with management and project team(s) in the assignment and assessment of project goals to meet larger and more strategic business objectives.

• Oversee and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.

• Manage the coordination of departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.

• Manage work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary.

• Establish operating policies and procedures that impact project(s). Interpret company-wide policies and procedures as they relate to the project(s).

• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation. May make presentations to internal and external audiences as needed regarding project status.

• Collaborate with management and project team to expand services and potential business opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.

• Identify and assess project issues and develop solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals, and business objectives.

• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to employees working on assigned project. Effectively communicate project expectations and objectives to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.

• Interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact project(s).

• Participate in, lead segments of or provide overall management for the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business.

• 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.

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