Facilities Project Planner - Program Planning & OPS Manager I
General Atomics
San Diego, CA · Posted October 26, 2026
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About the job
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 have an exciting opportunity for a Facilities Project Planner to lead the planning and coordination of facilities, capital, renovation, and improvement projects from initiation through completion. This position is responsible for developing project plans, budgets, and schedules, coordinating with internal stakeholders and corporate partners, monitoring project progress and risks, and providing regular status updates. The successful candidate will help ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with company policies, quality standards, and applicable regulations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and manage operational plans, budgets, schedules, and deliverables for construction, renovation, capital, and facility improvement projects. Translate customer and organizational requirements into actionable project plans and coordinate projects from initiation through completion. Serve as a liaison between program and project teams, internal stakeholders, and corporate partners, including Facilities, Telecom, EH&S, and Security. Facilitate meetings and document and track decisions, action items, issues, risks, dependencies, and commitments through resolution. Monitor project performance and provide regular status reports covering progress, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and recommended corrective actions. Identify operational issues and coordinate solutions with program managers, project teams, stakeholders, and administrative service departments. Coordinate operating procedures and integrated processes that support organizational and business objectives. Conduct reviews of project costs, service structures, productivity, delivery methods, and performance to achieve planned targets. Coordinate small expense projects, including audio-visual upgrades, signage, space plan changes, and similar facility improvements. Support occupancy reporting, space planning, and limited event-planning activities. Participate in the recruitment, retention, and development of personnel as needed to support business objectives. Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.