General Dynamics · 1 month ago
Engineering Planner
San Diego, CA
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$73K/yr - $97K/yr
0+ years expGeneral Dynamics is looking for an Engineering Planner I to support the coordination, tracking, and scheduling of engineering deliverables. This role involves assisting in maintaining data integrity within planning systems and supporting engineering leadership in achieving cost and schedule objectives.
AerospaceNational SecurityPublic Transportation
Responsibilities
Assist in developing and maintaining engineering schedules and work packages under supervision
Input and update planning data in established systems (e.g., Deltek Open Plan, PM Compass, EPS, JIRA, or other engineering planning tools) with supervision
Track the status of engineering deliverables and report progress to supervisors and project teams with supervision
Support the collection, organization, and analysis of data used in planning and forecasting engineering work with supervision
Coordinate with other departments (Project Management Office, Engineering Controls, Supply Chain) to ensure schedule alignment with supervision
Maintain internal relationships with all engineering departments and externally with Planning, Contracts, Purchasing, and Cost Estimating
Maintain documentation of engineering activities, milestone completions, and progress reports with supervision
Assist with preparation of weekly or monthly engineering planning metrics and dashboards with supervision
Follow established departmental procedures and contribute to process improvement initiatives
Learn company tools, shipbuilding processes, and planning principles
Evaluate and execute change requests as directed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Basic understanding of planning or scheduling concepts (work breakdown structures, milestones, progress tracking)
Exposure to project scheduling software (e.g., Deltek Open Plan, Microsoft Project)
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other common office software
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a collaborative team
Eagerness to learn engineering planning tools, shipbuilding processes, and data systems
Preferred
0–2 years of experience in planning, scheduling, or project coordination (engineering or manufacturing environment preferred)
Experience in a shipyard, manufacturing, or defense environment preferred
Familiarity with engineering drawings or technical documentation preferred
Benefits
Medical & dental insurance coverage
401(k) retirement savings plan
Flexible spending accounts/HSAs
Life and disability insurance
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
Wellness coaching
Onsite health services
Company
General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a defense industry contractor for shipbuilding, marine, combat and defense systems and, munitions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$84.9M2010-09-10Grant· $30M
2009-12-30Grant· $33.6M
2009-08-05Grant· $21.3M
Leadership Team
Lauren Bradshaw, SHRM-CP
Global Mobility Business Partner/ EAP
Matthew Brandon, MSHR
Manager, Sr HR Business Partner
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