General Dynamics Mission Systems · 1 day ago
Program Manager
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. The Deputy Program Manager of Operations plays a crucial role in both the development and execution of projects, requiring a strong technical background and leadership skills to manage cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with manufacturing objectives.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with manufacturing and operational goals
Lead cross-functional teams in a matrix organization to achieve schedule, cost, and technical performance objectives
Oversee the integration, testing, and verification of manufacturing processes to ensure product quality and reliability
Develop and maintain customer relationships, manage product configurations, and oversee profit and loss
Conduct regular reviews, track progress, and implement corrective actions to address any issues
Drive product acceptance and balance project plans with executable strategies
Collaborate with program office, engineering, and operations teams to align resources with project goals
Develop and implement strategies, track progress, and analyze project financial data
Develop cohesive project plans, authorize work, and manage cost, schedule, and technical performance of projects (products, services, and supplier content)
Coordinate interdepartmental activities to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget
Lead department or cross-functional project teams in a matrix organization to achieve schedule, cost, and technical performance objectives
Identify issues, track progress, and follow through on corrective actions
Support customers and suppliers with technical questions regarding products
Lead the team in forecasting project cost and schedule completion based on performance trends
Prepare and present project status updates to leadership
Identify and manage risks and opportunities, leading mitigation and capture activities
Develop and execute proposal plans and strategies for assigned projects
Develop negotiation plans and lead customer and supplier negotiations for projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Master's degree plus a minimum of 0 years of relevant experience
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire
Candidates must be able to obtain a clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
U.S. citizenship is required
Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes and product lifecycle management
Solid knowledge of work estimating, allocation, scheduling, and authorization
Ability to generate cohesive project plans and track work progress
Ability to identify issues, track progress, and implement effective corrective actions based on data analysis and trends
Ability to understand and analyze project financial data
Solid understanding of risk and opportunity management principles and their application to projects and suppliers
Ability to lead teams in a matrix organization to achieve schedule, cost, and technical performance objectives
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proactive decision-making abilities
Ability to develop and execute proposal plans and strategies
Negotiation skills
Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
May be required to travel
Preferred
Experience with high-reliability manufacturing processes and material procurement
Familiarity with space hardware, space acceptance test planning, and space material qualification
Lean manufacturing experience
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Highly competitive benefits
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.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-11-09
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