Program Proposal Manager

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Scottsdale, AZ

7d•$203,851 - $220,574•Hybrid

About The Position

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what’s possible. Here you’ll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. As the Program Proposal Manager, you'll leverage your leadership and team building expertise to develop and execute proposal strategies that drive cohesive, integrated planning across program, subcontractor, and material workstreams. You'll define roles, establish WBS-based budgets and schedules, and lead the development of Engineering Change Proposals and ROM estimates in dynamic environments where scope continues to evolve. Monitoring progress, identifying risks, and communicating corrective actions to stakeholders will be central to your success in this role. The Program Proposal Manager will work with the program team and with the customer to manage and lead the development of the multiple Engineering Change Proposals and ROM estimates. Work with the customer and lead multiple alpha contracting sessions, where the customer reviews and discusses our understanding of the additional scope, reviews basis of estimates, technical volume and assumptions. Manage the ECPs and ROMs (rough order of magnitude) to ensure the additional scope can fit in the overall program schedule. Work with the program technical leaders to ensure the scope is adequately captured and defined in both ECPs and ROMs. Work with the program teams to integrate scope in program schedule and program WBS once it is awarded.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI 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.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Demonstrated experience in proposal management, including development of ECPs and ROMs.
Familiarity in government contracting processes (FAR/DFARS).
Substantial knowledge of products and technologies including current and potential applications.
Ability to establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
Ability to lead others in team building, conflict resolution, motivation, and leadership.
Strong customer communication and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to lead customer-facing reviews and contracting sessions.

Nice To Haves

Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
Outstanding relationship management and marketing skills
Direct experience leading ECP and ROM development in a government or defense contracting environment
Proven ability to integrate new scope into existing program schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) across multidisciplinary teams
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Responsibilities

Develop and execute proposal strategies that drive cohesive, integrated planning across program, subcontractor, and material workstreams.
Define roles, establish WBS-based budgets and schedules.
Lead the development of Engineering Change Proposals and ROM estimates in dynamic environments where scope continues to evolve.
Monitor progress, identify risks, and communicate corrective actions to stakeholders.
Manage and lead the development of multiple Engineering Change Proposals and ROM estimates with the program team and the customer.
Lead multiple alpha contracting sessions where the customer reviews and discusses understanding of additional scope, basis of estimates, technical volume, and assumptions.
Ensure ECPs and ROMs allow the additional scope to fit in the overall program schedule.
Ensure scope is adequately captured and defined in both ECPs and ROMs.
Integrate scope into program schedule and program WBS once it is awarded.