Program Manager USAF MQ-9 (Contract Logistics Support)

We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA for a Program Manager to support Contract Logistics in our USAF CLS program. This position reports to a senior program manager and is responsible for elements of support to our USAF customer; these efforts include the development, test, modification, delivery and sustainment of their MQ-9 Reaper fleet.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and Execute projects for the USAF Contractor Logistics Support program.
• Work closely with GA-ASI functional areas and International Program office to coordinate the planning, proposal development, and negotiation of DMS modification programs.
• Participate with engineering to establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product improvements and obsolescence solutions.
• Knowledge of USAF Aircraft Maintenance and logistics Instructions, technical publications and processes Direct are highly desired.
• Aviation sustainment background and experience with USAF government acquisition programs, EVMS, and MS Project are preferred.
• Ensure overall Business Area compliance with various Business Management process areas.
• Create project plans and manage resources to ensure project schedule, budget, quality, and specification goals are attained.
• Oversee and monitor project schedules, timelines, and milestones from initiation to delivery to meet delivery goals.
• Coordinate departmental and/or cross-functional teams to assign and prioritize tasks focused on upgrading existing products and/or services.
• Assign and monitor work of project management staff, providing technical support and direction when necessary.
• Interpret and administer policies, processes and procedures that impact projects.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Collaborate with management and project teams to expand services and potential business opportunities.
• Identify and assess program issues and develop solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to employees working on assigned projects.
• Effectively communicate program expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• May be required to interpret and administer policies and procedures that impact the program.
• May participate in, lead segments of or provide overall management for the request for proposal (RFP) process to generate new business.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Highlights Working For GA-ASI:

• This position is eligible for the Individual Compensation Program (ICP) bonus.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (up to 1 day/week remote work from home) pending project needs.
• Outstanding benefits including: 401(k) (with company match), company pension, on site cafeterias, gyms and outdoor recreation centers, unlimited access to discounted tickets for amusement parks such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.
• Outstanding work environment: team-centric, value and respect all contributors, great growth potential within GA-ASI project engineering and GA-ASI as a whole.