Program Director, COCO Leasing Services

Company: GENERAL ATOMICS
Location: Chula Vista
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

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 recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.This position will report to the Vice President of the Leasing Services P&L and is responsible for the planning, managing and technical performance of one or more significant programs. We are currently looking for a Program Director of oversee our fast-growing COCO (Company Owned Company Operated) Leasing Services Program. This dynamic program consists of active ISR Services Contracts, IRAD and Quick Reaction Engineering projects, and Business Development support of our OASIS and ASTRO GWAC IDIQ initiatives. We have a strong team in place that the Director will be responsible for leading. The position will be located in Poway, CA and will require some travel both domestic and international. Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees all phases of program(s) from initiation through delivery.
• Directs programs which represent significant future growth in several distinct developing products or components.
• Applies new technologies or methods to coordinate applications across program requirements.
• Typically accomplishes objectives through subordinate managers.
• Responsible for program(s) likely to be a factor in the company's strategic business objectives.
• May be responsible for decisions where erroneous decisions could cause substantial expenditure of time and resources.
• Direct 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.
• Develop and coordinate new program plans or delivery methods with little precedence for coordination across distinctive products while serving multiple customers.
• Consult with executive management to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business, and financial objectives for the program(s) and contribute to the development of Group/Company objectives which have a long-range forecast projected to continue for multiple years.
• Identify program issues and provide leadership in developing solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specification.

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