Job Description

Job Summary

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.

We are looking for a driven, organized, and analytically minded Business Process Analyst (BPA) for the Business Product Solution (BPS) group within the Mechanical Engineering Department of GA-ASI. The BPS group acts as the spearhead to develop and maintain cross-functional internal software tools to be used for project planning, design controls and resource management. The BPA will interface between our group and the entire Functional Engineering Organization. Within this role they will have the opportunity to network with others, communicate regularly with leadership, help shape the goals of the group, and contribute to the creation of the tools. This position will be located in Poway, CA. 
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Analyzes, validates, and develops requirements for internally developed software tools; develops systems requirements, techniques, and controls; and supports implementation efforts of requirements.  
• Helps represent the BPS group and all its products with leadership, partner groups, and end users (Engineers and Managers).  
• Provides training and documentation for internal tools and processes to all end users. 
• Manages available resource and project planning data to develop analytics tools, dashboards, and reports in support of the other Project Control activities and groups.  
• Organizes, prioritizes, and helps track through completion all new tool requests, feature improvements, upgrades, and bug fixes to current solutions. 
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.  
• Additional functions and 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 bachelor's degree in a related field. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Self-motivated to learn a customer’s needs and how it matches with internally available data and tools to recommend, organize, and develop a successful product that meets those needs. 
• Strong analytical background with the ability to be a key contributor to the development of analytical tools, reports, and dashboard that empower users to make more intelligent decisions. 
• Experience with creating dashboards and visualizations for general consumption (Power BI, Tableau, Python, Excel, etc.) preferred.  
• High-level experience with data analytics concepts and applications (Statistics, Regression, etc.) preferred. 
• Organized and motivated to keep track of requests, status, updates, reoccurring tasks and keeping the entire team focused on priorities. 
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties. 
• The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information. 
• Good computer skills. Ability to work independently or lead in a team environment is essential, as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.