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. Provide leadership for the delivery of the MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) to international customers. Desired candidate will interface directly with foreign customers on all aspects of the development, testing and delivery of RPAS products, with a focus on certification activities and technical SOW compliance. Candidate will also work closely with the Canada Department of National Defense (DND) program office. Position reports to an executive and will require leading frequent program briefs to senior leadership so candidate must possess strong technical communication skills. This role will typically accomplish objectives through subordinate managers and a matrixed team. Responsible for decisions that could have an extended impact on outcomes where erroneous decisions could result in critical delays and modifications to programs. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Direct all phases of the Canadian MQ-9B RPAS certification and qualification effort, including planning and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained. + Act as the primary interface to the Canadian customer in regard to certification and qualification compliance. + Develop and implement current, annual and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the engineering unit(s) and may also participate in the development of Group/Company objectives. + Interact with senior management concerning matters of significance to the company. Act as primary contact for engineering activities related to certification and qualification. + Orchestrate and lead Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) between customer and General Atomics to resolve program scope issues within working team. + Formulate strategies and plans to resolve issues elevated to the leadership level to the mutual satisfaction of both parties. + Lead progress review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. + Identify engineering issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specifications. + Oversee the development of and ensure the security of the unit's proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. + 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. 47488 **Job Qualifications:** + Typically requires a bachelor’s, master’s or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as fifteen or more years of progressively complex program administration experience with at least nine of those years managing programs. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. + Requires experience leading a team for the delivery of a complex military system to an international customer. + Requires experience delivering critical system components through the US FMS process. + Experience with the development, manufacturing, delivering and supporting specifically RPAS Programs is required. + Experience with international Airworthiness Certification Programs is required. Must have detailed knowledge of STANAG 4671, RTCA and MIL Standards. + Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of program management principles, concepts, and practice as well as comprehensive 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 complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. + 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. + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required. **Salary:** $140,900 - $257,233 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Not Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Desired **Clearance Level** Secret **Workstyle** Hybrid General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.