{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"90b02dedf9549b59334cac0a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/90b02dedf9549b59334cac0a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/90b02dedf9549b59334cac0a","title":"International Program - Project Manager","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.\n\nWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to support development efforts of world leading Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) capabilities and program execution. This position will be based in Poway, CA and will report to a Program Manager. This position is responsible for supporting the planning, managing and technical performance of a hybrid Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) and Foreign Military Sale (FMS) program.\n\nThe selected candidate will provide project management for the delivery of the MQ-9B RPAS to an international customer. The candidate will at times interface directly with foreign customers on all aspects of the development, testing, and delivery of RPAS products. Candidate will also work with US government agencies on the procurement of critical system hardware via the FMS process. The program will be monitored closely by senior company executives as it represents significant future growth requiring the application of advanced principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nAssist in all phases of the German Navy MQ-9B RPAS program, which may include leading elements of program planning and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained.\nContribute to the team responsible for all phases of delivering the MQ-9B aircraft system to the German Navy including development, testing, production, training, logistics, and fielding.\nAt times, lead progress review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance of elements of the program.\nWork closely with the Project Engineers to manage technical issues and assist the Program Manager in developing solutions.\nSupport program execution through issue identification, course of action development and resolution.\nSupport program execution through risk and opportunity management.\nSupport program briefing preparation and conduct both to internal and external customer entities.\nSupport the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s). Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications.\nSupport program by ensuring the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.\nOther duties as assigned or required.\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\nTypically requires a bachelor’s in business administration or related discipline and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least five of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.\nMust have an understanding of and experience applying Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles on government programs.\nExperience with designing and implementing processes and systems, especially using available tools, to improve workflow and budgetary tracking\nMust have a thorough understanding of project management processes and procedures, planning and scheduling methods, and budget management as well as the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads to meet established milestones and budgets.\nMust possess the ability to initiate, plan and manage projects.\nProven ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a wide range of complex issues.\nExperience with processes to obtain and subsequently manage feedback from both external customers and internal colleagues and then design and implement solutions to address the feedback\nStrong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.\nExperience of international MQ-9B programs is highly desired.\nMust have experience of DCS contracting efforts with international customers.\nExperience of RPAS development programs is highly desired.\nMust be able to work extended hours and travel as required.\nExperience of proposal efforts (DCS and FMS) is highly desired.\nAbility to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.\nJob Category\nProgram/Project Management\nExperience Level\nSenior (8+ years)\nWorkstyle\nHybrid\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n100,290\nPay Range High\n183,098\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret","company":"Generalatomic","rawCompany":"generalatomic","city":"Poway","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T15:42:42.968Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"International Program - Project Manager","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.\n\nWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to support development efforts of world leading Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) capabilities and program execution. This position will be based in Poway, CA and will report to a Program Manager. This position is responsible for supporting the planning, managing and technical performance of a hybrid Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) and Foreign Military Sale (FMS) program.\n\nThe selected candidate will provide project management for the delivery of the MQ-9B RPAS to an international customer. The candidate will at times interface directly with foreign customers on all aspects of the development, testing, and delivery of RPAS products. Candidate will also work with US government agencies on the procurement of critical system hardware via the FMS process. The program will be monitored closely by senior company executives as it represents significant future growth requiring the application of advanced principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nAssist in all phases of the German Navy MQ-9B RPAS program, which may include leading elements of program planning and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are attained.\nContribute to the team responsible for all phases of delivering the MQ-9B aircraft system to the German Navy including development, testing, production, training, logistics, and fielding.\nAt times, lead progress review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance of elements of the program.\nWork closely with the Project Engineers to manage technical issues and assist the Program Manager in developing solutions.\nSupport program execution through issue identification, course of action development and resolution.\nSupport program execution through risk and opportunity management.\nSupport program briefing preparation and conduct both to internal and external customer entities.\nSupport the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract(s). Influence contract acquisitions, negotiations and modifications.\nSupport program by ensuring the security of proprietary technology and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.\nOther duties as assigned or required.\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\nTypically requires a bachelor’s in business administration or related discipline and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in the project administration field with at least five of those years in project management. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.\nMust have an understanding of and experience applying Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles on government programs.\nExperience with designing and implementing processes and systems, especially using available tools, to improve workflow and budgetary tracking\nMust have a thorough understanding of project management processes and procedures, planning and scheduling methods, and budget management as well as the ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate workloads to meet established milestones and budgets.\nMust possess the ability to initiate, plan and manage projects.\nProven ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a wide range of complex issues.\nExperience with processes to obtain and subsequently manage feedback from both external customers and internal colleagues and then design and implement solutions to address the feedback\nStrong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.\nExperience of international MQ-9B programs is highly desired.\nMust have experience of DCS contracting efforts with international customers.\nExperience of RPAS development programs is highly desired.\nMust be able to work extended hours and travel as required.\nExperience of proposal efforts (DCS and FMS) is highly desired.\nAbility to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.\nJob Category\nProgram/Project Management\nExperience Level\nSenior (8+ years)\nWorkstyle\nHybrid\nFull-Time/Part-Time\nFull-Time Salary\nPay Range Low\n100,290\nPay Range High\n183,098\nTravel Percentage Required\n0% - 25%\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\nNo\nUS Citizenship Required?\nYes\nClearance Required?\nDesired\nClearance Level\nSecret","datePosted":"2026-07-15T15:42:42.968Z","dateModified":"2026-07-15T15:42:42.968Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Generalatomic","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Poway","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"90b02dedf9549b59334cac0a"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/90b02dedf9549b59334cac0a"}}