Program Manager - USMC Sustainment

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.

This position typically reports to a senior program manager and is responsible for overseeing and coordinating proposal and executionary aspects of one or more USMC Sustainment project(s) and serves as a liaison between the project team, functional groups, engineering, and the customer on issues such as budget, scope and schedule requirements. Manages programs which have well defined program plans and delivery methodologies. Leads all phases of assigned program(s) from initiation through delivery. Assesses project issues/risks and develops solutions to meet proposal/contractual compliance, and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. Typically accomplishes objectives through cross-functional teams. Responsible for decisions which have an impact on outcomes and future Sustainment contracts.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.
• Influence, and coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s).
• Collaborate with project team and customer to expand services and potential business opportunities, participating 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).
• Develop and coordinate program plans or delivery methods which usually serve a single customer while being the customer interface for business development initiatives, contract negotiations, project coordination with counterpart program managers, and customer-funded contractual engagements.
• Manage project scope, deliverables, performance metrics and risk mitigation.
• Driver of proposal schedule, budget, cross-functional collaboration from initiation/development to delivery to meet compliance and submittal goals.
• Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues with preemptive action orientation for issue mitigation.
• Interpret processes and procedures to comply with DOD customer acquisition regulations and policies.
• Facilitate cross-functional IPTs and working groups to ensure coordinated planning and execution of contract deliverables.
• Exercise leadership and oversight of personnel supporting assigned project tasking, ensuring alignment with program objectives and standards.
• 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.
• 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, Masters or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field as well as nine or more years of progressively complex program administration experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• 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.
• 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.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance is required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of FAR Part 15 proposal development and TINA threshold compliance.
• The ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional groups within the organization.
• Understanding and experience of sustainment contracts