Program Manager USAF MQ-9 (Contract Logistic Support)
25539.5313
Apply to this job Until 8/22/2026 First posted June 23, 2026 Last posted June 23, 2026
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 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:
Highlights Working For GA-ASI:
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.
About this role
Summary
Manage USAF MQ-9 logistics projects, coordinate teams, ensure schedule, budget, and quality goals.
Job title
Program Manager USAF MQ-9 (Contract Logistic Support)
Experience level
not specified
Industry
aerospace
Location requirements
Poway, CA, hybrid work allowed, up to 1 day/week remote
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
project managementlogisticsUSAF aircraft maintenanceEVMSMS Project
Preferred skills
aviation sustainmentgovernment acquisitiondesign conceptsobsolescence solutions
Specializations
logisticsproject managementaviationUSAF programsEVMS
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Poway, CA, USA
Hybrid City