General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Posted 1mo ago

Technical Program Manager - Advanced System Development

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Poway, California, United States
$112k-$205k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • managing programs
  • leading teams
  • planning proposals
Requirements
  • Bachelors/Masters/PhD in engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 11+ years progressive program experience with 5+ years managing programs
  • Expertise in EW, RF/digital and networked communications
  • Top Secret clearance required

Job description

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 an experienced Technical Program Manager in the Advanced Sensors Group.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for the planning, managing and technical performance of one or more Research and Development (R&D) program(s) contained at a single location.
  • 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.
  • Lead cross functional technical team and diverse support team from a matrixed organization to meet program requirements. 
  • Apply innovative technology and creative solutions to solve customer’s technical challenges.
  • Participate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
  • Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.
  • Interact with internal and external stakeholders at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues.
  • Act as the primary customer contact for program activities, lead customer program reviews to include cost, schedule, and technical performance.
  • Manage the development of and ensure the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Participate 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.
  • Contribute to the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities.
  • Lead planning and 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.
  • 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 Category

Program/Project Management

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Salary

State

California

Clearance Level

Secret

Pay Range Low

112,320

City

Poway

Clearance Required?

Desired

Pay Range High

205,058

Recruitment Posting Title

Technical Program Manager - Advanced System Development

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.
  • Requires an in-depth technical knowledge of Electronic Warfare (EW), radio communications, networked communication systems and RF/digital engineering.
  • Requires knowledge of DoD operations to include operational/tactical use of EW and surveillance systems, intelligence and information exploitation.
  • Demonstrates system level technical or operational expertise in advanced sensor system operation and technology development.
  • 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 as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Tops Secret Security Clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Experience Level

Senior (8+ years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

Workstyle

Onsite

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and radar systems.

Year founded
1993
Employees
10822
Organization type
Private
Latest investment
Raised $300.00k Grant (2025) — led by U.S. Department of Energy
Headquarters
US

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