General Dynamics Mission Systems · 2 months ago
SLCM-N Deputy Project Manager of Operations (DPMO)
Pittsfield, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$110K/yr - $119K/yr
2+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in high technology solutions and services for national security. The Deputy Project Manager of Operations (DPMO) will coordinate complex tasks in support of manufacturing operations, lead project implementation, and serve as a primary point of contact for program management and manufacturing activities.
AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Coordinates and performs more complex cross functional tasks in support of the operations/manufacturing organization
May lead the development of more complex manufacturing and operations plans, schedules, and facilitates assigned projects
Will be part of the proposal efforts for SLCM-N
Will be leading the implementation and tailoring of contractual requirements
Will be leading the generation of program documentation specific to Operations/Manufacturing and potentially Supply Chain
Will represent Manufacturing in Make/Buy decisions at the program level
Will lead the coordination within Manufacturing for development/qualification builds and the applicable floor/plant layout
Will be the primary POC in regards to Transition to Production (TTP) activities
Will be the primary point of contact to Program Management, the program IPT
Will be the primary point of contact for cost/schedule performance and resource data management
Will coordinate all manufacturing activity to achieve 100% on time delivery
Maintains capital equipment and overhead budget requirements
Prepares complex departmental reports, purchases, requests, and training and development plans and other data as required
Reviews design work requiring independent evaluation, selection, application of standard engineering techniques and procedures
Works the application of standard engineering principles and methods to the solution of process/production problems
May represent manufacturing on preliminary and critical design reviews led by engineering
Coordinates designs with manufacturing engineering to ensure the practicality of the design and assists in the solution of production difficulties encountered in manufacturing
Directs work and offers technical direction and mentoring to lower level specialists and technicians
May review and approve specifications and drawings for technical accuracy and content as applicable
Implements new manufacturing systems including generating supporting operational documentation under the direction of an engineer
Assists engineering in the evaluation of new manufacturing systems
Interfaces with engineering departments, quality control, manufacturing, purchasing or other groups as required in order to complete project plans
Works independently in following general outlines of assignments
Requires only minimal supervision and very little technical assistance
Normally works under the guidance of an operations manager, senior engineer or project leader
Will interface with external customers including PMO & DCMA
Requires intense concentration to assure accurate completion of technical assignments
Requires multi-tasking abilities without losing focus to complete priority assignments
Requires the ability to research technical problems and summarize technical information as it applies to the given task
Requires the ability to plan, schedule and execute work
Grasps and applies new information quickly; handles more complex assignments
Shows initiative on assignments, and professionally executes projects with little direction
Directs the efforts of technicians and associates as needed to complete special assignments
Mentors others on the team
Fully proficient ability to present technical information to peers using written and verbal approaches
Fully proficient computer skills
Must have a Manufacturing Background
EVMS Certification will be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience is required, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire
U.S. citizenship is required
Must have a Manufacturing Background
EVMS Certification will be required
Benefits
Highly competitive benefits
Flexible work environment
Contributions are recognized and rewarded
Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bo Elam
VP and CFO
Scott Butler
Senior Vice President Program Execution
Recent News
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2026-01-17
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