Project Manager II

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 will be a significant leader in our training department located at our Flight Test & Training Center (FTTC) in Grand Forks, North Dakota. This member will be working as a manager for our flight crew training department and be instrumental in aiding the execution and delivery of curriculum for our international and national students. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training activities and recommends changes as necessary.
• Supports data-driven development of course content, through collection of feedback from students and instructors and coordinates with curriculum developers to continuously improve best practices in methodology and development of training aids.
• Conducts administrative training sessions for instructors and key staff members in support of emerging and on-going aircrew training delivery
• Administers student examinations; continuously revises lesson plans to meet new training requirements and keeps technical information up to date.
• Maintains certification records of trained personnel.
• Mentors and trains staff members on an ongoing basis.
• Manages goal setting and develops plans for staff members.
• Oversees the performance review process for staff members.
• Coordinates training programs with customer and/or contractor personnel.
• Standardizes user training with technical manuals and other aspects of integrated logistics support.
• Supervises the flight training department, including ground, simulator, flight, and other applicable training curriculum.
• Develops and maintains a strong rapport with student aircrew to facilitate access to instruction and training materials.
• Ensures all training syllabi are accurate and up to date; maintains customer/student feedback/critiques to continuously improve the quality of the training.
• Reviews student training folders for accuracy, compliance with the approved curriculum/syllabi, and tracking/analysis of student aircrew performance.
• Identifies low-performing trainees, analyzes training data, and provides written summaries of training and recommendations accountable managers for remedial training or removal from training.
• Ensures all student training records are 100% compliant with applicable approved syllabus, appropriate service guidance, and are error-free.
• Ensures all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations are observed whenever and wherever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Ensure work is accomplished safely and in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Performs any 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.

• Typically requires a Bachelors in Business Administration or related discipline and nine or more years of progressively complex experience in project administration, including at least three years in designing, developing, analyzing, and administering technical processes and services. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. 
• Must be customer-focused and possess:
  • Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately train, document, and report findings to a variety of audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees, senior managers, and customers.
  • The ability to develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex problems.
  • The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Excellent computer skills on a variety of software applications (word processing, database management, data analytics, and project management.
  • Able to work independently or as part of a team is essential, as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Able to read, understand, and integrate technical writing source material for Aviation Operations into training curriculum.
• Prior leadership and supervisory experience.
• Able to lead in developing and communicating new concepts and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
• Able to organize, schedule, and coordinate multiple work phases and determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level.
• Possess experience in demonstrating a broad application of training practices, techniques, and standards.

Desired Experience:

• Possess knowledge of various US Government (FAA, DoD, DCMA) aviation training methodologies, performance standards, certification standards, and qualification criteria.
• Possess technical knowledge of and experience with a variety of GA-ASI Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
• Previous experience adhering to safeguarding Company Intellectual Property and adhering to Export Control Compliance.
• Possess knowledge of business process/life cycle management principles, theories and concepts and a basic understanding of industry best practices, techniques, and standards.
• Possess experience with data analysis and processing with data analysis tools, visualizations, and report generation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Security clearance is required.