Sr Director, Programs

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems•Scranton, PA

17h

About The Position

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Job Summary Plans, monitors and manages internal programs from initiation through completion | Leads or coordinates programs, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, troubleshooting and indirect people management | Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions | Responsibilities are within the Project Management Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines Impact of the Role General Profile Provides leadership and direction through managers Must have at least one manager level direct report Is accountable for the performance and results of a division or region Executes business plans and contributes to the development of functional strategy Decisions are guided by functional or major operational segment strategy and priorities Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment Essential Functions Has P&L responsibility Directs and oversees corporate programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers. Develops and implements program processes and policies, directs program management staff, and works with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs. Directs the work of programs staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications. Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations. Reviews all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance. Presents programs status updates to senior management or other stakeholders. Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

Requirements

Associate's Degree and 10-12 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
Discipline/Major: Business degree preferred
Ability to develop and mentor others.
Management skills.
Leadership skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to build collaborative relationships.
Detail oriented.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Program management skills.

Responsibilities

Plans, monitors and manages internal programs from initiation through completion
Leads or coordinates programs, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, troubleshooting and indirect people management
Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions
Has P&L responsibility
Directs and oversees corporate programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
Develops and implements program processes and policies, directs program management staff, and works with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs.
Directs the work of programs staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
Reviews all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
Presents programs status updates to senior management or other stakeholders.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from HR & General Managers.