Responsibilities for this Position
Deputy Program Manager of Engineering (DPME)

ID: 2024-63362
USA-VA-Marion
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 6/21/2024
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable peroid of time. 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.

Responsibilities for this Position

Are you ready to lead the way in cutting-edge technology? As the Deputy Program Manager of Engineering (DPME), you'll bring your extensive technical expertise to drive the advancement of our R&D initiatives, develop technical strategies and product innovations, lead technical responses to proposals, and mentor the next generation of engineers. For more of what we do with radomes out of Marion...please see General Dynamics Ultra-Wideband Radome (UWB) on Vimeo

Duties and Tasks:

• Plans, authorizes, and monitors the engineering work (including providing strong leadership to ensure all events occur as planned)
• Staffs the project team (along with SEM and maybe Director of Engineering) with the appropriate engineering personnel
• Fosters cross-functional collaboration and builds project consensus
• May be responsible for some of the following: performance, cost, scope and schedule for all engineering efforts (including efforts that are subcontracted)
• Ensures that total system requirements are validated
• Ensures that total system is integrated, tested and verified
• Ensures all project deliverables (including documentation) are developed with high quality and delivered on time
• Develops and maintains engineering plans as required by the project
• Manages the engineering related risks and opportunities of the project
• Assists with developing and managing the project change management process
• Ensures that all engineering processes to be used adhere to established engineering practices
• Manages engineering resources (e.g. staff assignments, capital equipment, etc.), organizational interfaces, and engineering scope
• Identifies, develops, analyzes, and reports engineering project measures
• Conducts monthly engineering status reviews and provides material for the monthly program reviews
• Implements effective corrective actions as required
• Manages the resolution of technical issues and ensures that they are communicated and resolved
• Conducts lessons learned after each major phase of the project
• Scope of projects are usually small to medium and/or have small to medium engineering teams or may assist a DPME running a larger program
• Helps provide a clear understanding of project goals
• Ensures that team members are rewarded for their contributions
• May provide performance feedback and management for the project team
• Takes immediate & decisive action in dealing with technical & performance issues
• Leads small proposals and ECPs with identification of cross business unit strengths and technical shortcomings
• Assists in ROM developmen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Proven communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Proven team building and motivation skills
• Proven conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments
• Recognized internally as fully proficient in project management
• Fully proficient ability to apply or develop highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts
• Strong understanding of company policies and practices
• Strong understanding of engineering processes and practices
• Strong proficiency at planning and organization skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of tools and Microsoft Project
• Strong knowledge of various project life cycles including agile
• Strong proficiency with communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Strong ability to easily and effectively communicate project topics to a diverse audience
• Strong ability to clearly report relevant information
• Strong ability to understand and apply project leadership principles including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls for complex programs
• Strong ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill needs
• Demonstrates proactive leadership and has name recognition throughout the business unit
• Creates an environment in which impact of technology on the business is clearly recognize

Workplace Options:

• This position is ON-SITE in Marion, VA.
• A Hybrid work schedule may be available but will require a minimum of 3 day's per week on-site.
• Relocation assistance and/or sign on bonuses may be available.

MARION, VA area:

• Marion is nestled in the Virginia Highlands, abounding in beautiful countryside. State parks in all directions, it is an outdoor paradise for anyone who enjoys camping, hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting, and/or just the simple pleasure of being outside amongst natural beauty. The Appalachian Trail runs through town and Mt. Rogers is an easy daytrip.
• Big city attractions are at a comfortable distance. Blacksburg, VA, Charlotte, NC, Knoxville, TN, and Bristol Motor Speedway are all within a two-to-three-hour drive.
• The small size of Marion yields shortened commute times. In-town commutes average around ten to fifteen minutes. Nearby towns, such as, Abingdon and Wytheville provide increased housing options while maintaining a benign commute of less than an hour.

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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