Program Manager

About the position

The responsibility is career-defining. So is the opportunity. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we invent the technologies, products and services, that help our nations heroes keep our nation safe. The work is so advanced, our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you're looking for a challenge, you've just found it. Undersea Mission Solutions, a business area within the General Dynamics Mission Systems company, is a high-tech business focusing on undersea acoustics and communications, software and hardware system integration, cutting-edge research and development, and manufacturing. We deliver architectures, designs, testing, and production of the current and next generation torpedo guidance and control systems for the Department of Defense providing the warfighter with advanced capabilities in target detection, acquisition, and prosecution. We are a leader in numerous areas including technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; guidance; cybersecurity; and high reliability systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in developing, defining, and implementing cohesive, integrated program/product, subcontractor, and material plans.
• Identify needed resources for projects and define and assign major program roles.
• Establish and set integrated WBS-based budget and schedule baselines.
• Monitor work accomplished to baseline plans to ensure rate of work completion is sufficient to meet program/product schedules.
• Balance program risks and opportunities with executable strategies to meet technical requirements and budgets.
• Manage people who lead cross-functional program teams in a matrix organization.
• Interface directly with customer counterparts including senior Government leadership in civilian and military roles.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated program management of a related engineering development and/or production program for integrated hardware and software systems with a high degree of complexity.
• Skilled in the development and implementation of product/program strategy and tactics.
• Exceptional communication skills to relay issues, impacts, and corrective actions on programs to internal and external representatives.

Nice-to-haves

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task, delegate, establish accountability and problem solve with minimal oversight or guidance.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated leadership of mid-to-large teams comprised of all facets of program and business operations.
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success.
• Practical knowledge of Government acquisition, defense program management, engineering development of complex electro-mechanical systems and manufacturing operations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment.
• Contributions are recognized and rewarded.