Deputy Program Manager Engineering

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc • Manassas, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Mid-to-Senior Level Engineer with 5 to 15 years of technical experience to become an assistant Deputy Program Manager Engineering (DPME) dedicated to the development of military-grade electronics in the Combat Hardware Business area focused on Common Weapon Launcher (CWL) and other ancillary systems.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Technology or Mathematics field.
• Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
• Must have MS Project experience.
• Also previous hardware background.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Candidates should have technical acumen, an educational background, and experience in hardware development
• Highly proficient problem-solving skills in complex environments
• Highly proficient communication skills, with the ability to clearly report relevant information and effectively convey project topics to diverse audiences
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Strong ability to manage tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate a team, and resolve conflicts
• Skilled in organizing project tasks and developing schedules
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with hardware and system integration testing (Assembly Level Test / Unit Test / Integration Test / System Performance Test)
• Familiarity with US Navy product development and shipboard qualification process
• Familiarity with System Engineering Technical Review (SETR) process

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of CWL systems and components
• Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for all CWL activities
• Ensure all project deliverables are developed with high quality and on time
• Ensure all engineering processes adhere to established engineering practices
• Interacts with the Program Management Team to ensure project staffing supports operational objectives
• Identify, develop, analyze, and report engineering project measures
• Manage the resolution of technical issues, communicate the resolution to all affected parties, and ensure that the resolution is carried out in all the affected artifacts
• Develop technical presentations, recommendations, and written communications to explain designs to program management and the Navy customer team
• Interact with customers at technical levels

Benefits

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees