Engineering Manufacturing Liaison

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.

GA-ASI Sustainment Organization is looking for an Engineering Manufacturing Liaison to join the SkyGuardian Global Support Solution (SGSS) Sustainment team in Poway, CA. This position involves monitoring and analyzing forecasted material requirements, negotiating lead times with suppliers, MRP controllers, and other programs, and attending Change Control Board (CCB) meetings to adjust inventory in response to design modifications and advises the material management team accordingly. This position requires careful decision-making, as errors could result in significant schedule delays and program impacts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages configuration of inventory to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Assists with obsolescence management to mitigate program risk.
• Monitors and analyzes SGSS forecast material to align with program schedule.
• Negotiates lead times with suppliers, MRP controllers, and other programs for timely delivery of materials.
• Assists with the development of program sustainment Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Participate in Change Control Board (CCB) meetings and adjust inventory based on design changes.
• Analyzes engineering specifications and drawings to support program requirements.
• Advises the material management team on potential supply chain issues and collaborates on solutions.
• Coordinates with the Depot to track high-priority items through the repair process.
• Creates and manages program and customer sales orders.
• Reviews service bulletins and collaborate with the Fleet Manager to minimize program impact.
• Handles MICAP (Mission Capable) requests for the program.
• Develop program-required documentation and contract deliverables

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 bachelor's degree in business, planning or a related discipline and five or more years of progressive experience in planning, coordinating and scheduling production operations. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must have complete knowledge of product life cycle sustainment, quality control, and government property requirements.
• Experience with MRP and SAP for coordinating material requirements, monitoring inventory, and ensuring program alignment.
• Ability to organize and lead meetings while ensuring leadership is informed with accurate program status and progress.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • The ability to use independent analysis and judgment in developing solutions to a variety of non-routine problems of moderate scope and complexity
  • Excellent verbal and written communications and presentations skills to accurately document and report findings to a variety of audiences
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees, managers and external parties
  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft products
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.