Job Description

Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements. 

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Space Systems team in San Diego, CA. The Project Manager will take on efforts related to laser communication systems and other terrestrial and space-based payload programs.

The role involves managing both contracted projects and internal research and development initiatives. Additionally, the Project Manager will be expected to engage in business development activities to support the long-term success of the business area.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manages projects which have well defined project plans and delivery methodologies.
• Participates in all phases of assigned projects(s) from initiation through delivery.
• Responsible for project(s) which represent stable growth.
• Applies established technologies using standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems.           
• Typically accomplishes objectives through subordinate managers.
• Responsible for decisions that could impact outcomes where erroneous decisions could cause serious schedule delays and expenditure of additional time and resources.

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 in Business Administration or related discipline and at least six years of progressively complex experience in project administration. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education
• Demonstrates technical understanding and application of project management principles, concepts, and practice as well as project management skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones.
• EVMS experience.
• Systems or specific engineering experience on satellites or satellite payloads, particularly with optical, laser, or communication payloads.
• Must be able to develop solutions to problems that require coordination of technologies across project 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.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.