General Atomics

Overview

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) is a provider of military and commercial engineering services, specializing in systems integration technologies. The Airframe & Powerplant Manager oversees the maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, overhaul, and repair of airframe and powerplant systems on remotely piloted air vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance to subordinates based on organizational goals and company policy.
• Supervises and trains subordinates who provide mechanical support and troubleshooting for air vehicles.
• Monitors and schedules testing and inspection at the system level to ensure flight safety.
• Acts as the primary interface with other departments to ensure production delivery and flight test schedules are met.
• Coordinates activities with engineering, manufacturing, and quality departments to ensure proper configurations.
• Ensures efficient support of Company and customer schedules through deployments of personnel.
• Develops and maintains appropriate procedures for training and flight line operations.
• Seeks methods to improve product quality, reliability, and efficiency.
• Ensures accurate time charging and inspects work in progress and finished products.
• Manages and participates in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources.
• Observes all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations while conducting business.
• Leads the workplace in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a related technical field and six or more years of progressive professional experience in manufacturing.
• Must demonstrate a detailed understanding of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Must be customer-focused and possess the ability to identify issues and develop solutions.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects.
• Strong computer skills are necessary.
• Ability to work independently and lead in a team environment is essential.
• Ability to work extended hours and travel is required.