Engineering Manager III

General Atomics•San Diego, CA

About The Position

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Test Engineering Manager to plan and manage the technical and programmatic (cost and schedule) performance for the development of testing and certification of power conditioning components for the Advanced Arrestment Gear System and Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System, space satellite payloads, low and high power laser systems and munitions programs. The candidate will be responsible for managing all phases of the test program from inception through completion. Specifically, these tests will include Subsystem Level Testing and Component Level Testing that will include but are not limited to Lifecycle, Environmental Qualification and Production Tests.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex engineering experience.
May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
At least five management responsibilities.
Experience as a test engineer leading the development, assembly, integration and testing for a system which will undergo verification and validation including creation of system engineering and test artifacts
Demonstrated knowledge in the application of test engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones
Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment
Must possess the ability to resolve personnel management and technical problems
Must possess excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, organizational and computer skills with ability to develop and manage a team
Knowledge of planning, scheduling, budgeting, and performance measurement (EVMS) and their application along with pertinent tools (MS Office, MS Project) are required
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
Must be able to work extended hours and travel as needed.
Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance is required with ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Previous Functional Management experience leading test teams
Previous Test Lead/Test Management experience
Previous experience leading/managing remote employees
Technical knowledge of High-Power Electrical Systems and experience working on power electronic products is preferred
Experience leading small to medium team on qualification or production test program

Responsibilities

Lead a disparate group to a common objective, clearly communicate the status of efforts, identify/resolve issues and manage to cost/schedule.
Provide leadership to the Test Integrated Product Team (IPT) coordinating all activities between engineering, procurement, configuration management and various test sites.
Provide leadership and direct all activities of the test(s) including planning and managing technical performance to ensure quality, business and financial objectives are attained.
Participate in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract(s).
Develop and manage statement of work (SOW) and the requirements for subcontractors capable of completing the assigned scope
Leads groups and meetings to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance, address common objectives, clearly communicate the status of efforts and identify then resolve issues
Participate in and coordinate establishing test concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for testing
Participate in establishing test program master plan(s) and milestones and monitor adherence to master plan and schedules
Capability to work with other companies, organizations, and cross functional teams in a formative and dynamic environment
Identify engineering issues and provide leadership with developed solutions such as re-allocation of resources or modifying contract specifications
Participates in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.
Provides oversight and direction to Engineers and technical support staff.
Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Performs other duties as assigned or required