General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.  We have an opening for a Project Manager to join our GA-EMS Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) team in Rancho Bernardo. 

This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the daily operational aspects of one or more projects and serves as the liaison between project management and the project team, planning, and line management to present and exchange information. Continually reviews status of the project including schedule, technical, and cost/budget; manages schedules and develops appropriate reports to document progress of the project. Assesses project issues and develops solutions to meet production, quality, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. Participates in the development of mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project management, line management, and the customer.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist with development of project plan and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained.Monitor project schedule, timeline, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products and/or services. Monitor work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary.Create progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation. May present results to project staff or company leadership when necessary.Coordinate with staff and project team to expand services and potential business opportunities.Participate in the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business. This includes creating or reviewing basis of estimates, reviewing statements of work, supporting the creation of execution schedules, and supporting on-time delivery of proposals.Ensure compliance with environmental and other regulations.Identify and assess project issues and develop recommendations for solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.May act as a lead providing direction and guidance to employees working on assigned project.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.