Flight Operations Development Coordination & Test (MQ-9B)

Logistics         ·      Palmdale,  California   ·       Full time

Date posted: 09/15/2022
Job ID: 38250BR
Company: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Experience Level: Mid-Level (3-7 years)
Job: Title Flight Operations Development Coordination & Test (MQ-9B)
City: Palmdale
State: California
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Salary

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 to work as a Project Manager, assigned to MQ-9B contract and IR&D efforts, which have content at the GA-ASI High Desert Flight Operations facilities.

This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operational aspects of one or more project(s) and serves as a liaison between project management and the project team, planning, engineering, line management, and the customer on issues such as operational and scheduling concerns. Continually reviews status of project(s) and budgets to ensure project(s) are completed on time and within budget. Assesses project issues and develops solutions to meet production, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. May accomplish tasks through subordinate staff and/or management. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project management, line management, and the customer. Responsible for decisions which have an impact on outcomes and where failure to complete assignments will typically result in serious delays and expenditure of additional resources.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create project plan(s) and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained.
• Manage all phases of the program(s) from conceptualization through completion, including acquisition, planning, and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained.
• Assist the Flight Operations, Production, Development and P&L Program Management team, schedule, scope and quality for their programs at the flight test facilities.
• Provide Flight Operation on-site support (Development Test, Production FCF & ATPs and Integration).
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Collaborate across management and project team to expand services and potential business opportunities.
• Oversee and monitor project schedule, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.
• Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues.
• Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business
• Coordinate the transition of incoming and outgoing work between other company facilities.
• Schedule and coordinate DD250 items from High Desert Flight Test Facilities.
• Coordinate, manage and assist on-site VIP visits in the High Desert Flight Test Facilities.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Interpret and administer policies, processes and procedures that impact project(s).
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Collaborate across 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 objectives.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• May be required to interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact project(s).
• May participate in 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.
• 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.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelors in Business Administration or related discipline and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least five of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must demonstrate an extensive understanding of project management processes and procedures, planning and scheduling methods, and budget management as well as the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads to meet established milestones and budgets.
• Must possess:
  • The ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects
  • The ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of non-routine matters of diverse scope and nature
  • Strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.
  • Must be able to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

Travel Percentage Required: 0 – 25
Relocation Assistance Provided: Provided
US Citizenship Required? Yes
Clearance Required? Desired
Clearance Level: Secret

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