Sr Program Manager
25539.5313
Apply to this job Until 9/18/2026 First posted May 29, 2026 Last posted July 20, 2026
Job description
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.
As a Sr Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic projects forward, managing risks, resolving issues, and ensuring quality deliverables. You will utilize your strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to influence decision-making and lead teams to successful outcomes and apply established technologies using standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of programmatic challenges. Objectives will be accomplished through subordinate managers and team leadership.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
As a Sr Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic projects forward, managing risks, resolving issues, and ensuring quality deliverables. You will utilize your strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to influence decision-making and lead teams to successful outcomes and apply established technologies using standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of programmatic challenges. Objectives will be accomplished through subordinate managers and team leadership.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Program Management: Support medium-to-large scale programs from initiation through to successful completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, product managers, and cross-functional teams, to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the program lifecycle.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across various departments, including product, engineering, procurement security, marketing, and operations, to ensure that all elements of the program are delivered as planned.
- Subcontractor Management: Manage/Facilitate the generation of Statements of Work (SOW’s) and Purchase Orders (PO’s) that accurately reflect the scope of work, primary Program Management Office (PMO) interface with Subcontract Management.
- Risk Management: Manage potential risks, proactively addressing issues and escalating when necessary. Track dependencies, issues, and changes to keep the program on track.
- Project Planning & Scheduling: Develop detailed project plans, manage schedules, and allocate resources effectively to ensure program milestones are met.
- Budget Oversight: Monitor program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure that financial targets are met while maintaining program quality.
- Reporting & Communication: Provide regular updates to senior management, stakeholders, and team members on program status, risks, and issues. Create and deliver program reports, presentations, and other communication materials.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements within the program management function, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and program success.
- Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues.
- Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.
- Identify program risks and provide leadership in developing solutions.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
About this role
Summary
Manage strategic projects, coordinate teams, control budgets, and ensure successful project delivery.
Job title
Sr Program Manager
Experience level
mid senior level
Industry
defense
Location requirements
Open, no specific location, remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
communicationproject managementstakeholder managementrisk managementbudget management
Preferred skills
None specified
Specializations
program managementstakeholder managementrisk managementproject planningbudget oversight
Locations
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