General Dynamics Land Systems · 1 day ago
Engineering Project Manager (Senior Career Level)
Sterling Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expGeneral Dynamics Land Systems is a global aerospace and defense company focused on delivering engineering and manufacturing capabilities for military vehicles. The Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for planning and executing engineering support to production, leading development task orders, and ensuring project performance through collaboration and established metrics.
AerospaceManufacturingMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Possess, understand and apply the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of project management to plan and execute engineering projects
Generate and execute project plans and integrated schedules
Establish funding mechanisms to facilitate work scope
Forecast and maintain project demand files
Adept at cross-functional collaboration, Agile methodologies, and driving operational excellence
Establish & utilize metrics to drive and monitor project performance
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) system
Facilitate and support technical and programmatic events
Lead vehicle system-level design, integration, build, and test activities
Represent the project and engineering organization to GDLS leadership and our customers
Participate as a member of the program team leading the effort to success
Prepare bids and provide bid support for any applicable RFI or proposal efforts
Serve as a primary technical interface for internal & external customers
Coordinate incoming problem reports for prioritization and processing
Support change processing metrics through tracking, measuring and managing aging issues to resolution
Evaluate and disseminate customer comments to proposed changes for immediate action
Propose/assess process improvements to increase through-put of design updates and customer satisfaction
Will utilize Teamcenter
Utilize and/or develop metrics for monitoring project performance
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Systems Engineering. Other technical degrees will be considered with relevant experience
10+ years of relevant work experience related to the role
5+ years relevant experience in the engineering/defense industries desired
Demonstrated project engineering experience overseeing complex technical projects
Expectation is that the candidate possesses, understands, and can apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of project management to plan and execute engineering projects
Proven experience in technical interface with customers and ability to lead multi-functional teams
Experience with Teamcenter
Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and presentation
Analytical skills and ability to direct and consult on technical analyses
Must be willing to travel (domestic and/or foreign) as needed (15%)
Proficiency in Windows XP and Microsoft Office with adequate computer skills to manage the development of presentations and other methods of media display
Knowledge of business finances, project budget management and forecasting, scheduling tools, and critical path analysis
Preferred
Advanced/additional degree, MBA or MS a plus
This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance) No sponsorship offered
Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required Works well in team and individually
Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required
Benefits
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
401k Match (6%)
Educational Assistance
9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
On-going learning opportunities within a rewarding work environment
Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track
Company
General Dynamics Land Systems
GDLS specializes in the design, development, production, support, and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Massimilla
Global Vice President of Engineering, Design and Technology
Recent News
2025-12-31
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