Deputy Program Manager, Operations

Responsibilities for this Position
Deputy Program Manager, Operations

ID: 2024-63518
USA-MA-Pittsfield
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 7/12/2024
Category: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related specialized area or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period 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

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Deputy Program Manager of Operations (DPMO). The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nations fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

• Coordinates and performs more complex cross functional tasks in support of the operations/manufacturing organization
• May lead the development of more complex manufacturing and operations plans, schedules, and facilitates assigned projects
• Will be the primary point of contact to Program Management, the program IPT (Integrated Product Team Lead)
• Will represent the organization as the prime production/manufacturing contact on contracts and projects and proposals
• Will be the primary point of contact for cost/schedule performance and resource data management
• Will coordinate all manufacturing activity to achieve 100% on time delivery
• Maintains capital equipment and overhead budget requirements
• Prepares complex departmental reports, purchases, requests, and training and development plans and other data as required
• Reviews design work requiring independent evaluation, selection, application of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Works the application of standard engineering principles and methods to the solution of process/production problems
• May represent manufacturing on preliminary and critical design reviews led by engineering
• Coordinates designs with manufacturing engineering to ensure the practicality of the design and assists in the solution of production difficulties encountered in manufacturing
• Directs work and offers technical direction and mentoring to lower level specialists and technicians
• May review and approve specifications and drawings for technical accuracy and content as applicable
• Implements new manufacturing systems including generating supporting operational documentation under the direction of an engineer
• Assists engineering in the evaluation of new manufacturing systems
• Interfaces with engineering departments, quality control, manufacturing, purchasing or other groups as required in order to complete project plans
• Works independently in following general outlines of assignments
• Requires only minimal supervision and very little technical assistance
• Normally works under the guidance of an operations manager, senior engineer or project leader
• May interface with external customers including DCMA

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Requires intense concentration to assure accurate completion of technical assignments
• Requires multi-tasking abilities without losing focus to complete priority assignments
• Requires the ability to research technical problems and summarize technical information as it applies to the given task
• Requires the ability to plan, schedule and execute work
• Grasps and applies new information quickly; handles more complex assignments
• Shows initiative on assignments, and professionally executes projects with little direction
• Directs the efforts of technicians and associates as needed to complete special assignments
• Mentors others on the team
• Fully proficient ability to present technical information to peers using written and verbal approaches
• Fully proficient computer skills
• Must have a Manufacturing Background
• EVMS Certification will be required

Workplace Options:

• This position requires you to work 100% in the facility
• While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield, MA team

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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 $103,250.00 - USD $108,650.00 /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

ABOUT GENERAL DYNAMICS IN PITTSFIELD, MA
Come work for General Dynamics Mission Systems in beautiful Berkshire County, located on the western edge of Massachusetts. The Berkshires are very family friendly with excellent schools. The housing market is very affordable compared to surrounding larger cities. General Dynamics provides exceptional salaries in Berkshire County which provides a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family.

The surrounding area is a cultural center for arts and theater, including established venues such as Tanglewood, Mass Museum of Contemporary Arts, The Clark Art Institute and the Norman Rockwell Museum, to name a few. Berkshire County is also a recreation hub with mountains for hiking or mountain biking, multiple lakes, ski areas, golf courses and even the Appalachian Trail. Being part of New England, western Massachusetts also boasts four distinct and enjoyable seasons, from the comfortable summer months to the colorful fall and pristine winters.

As a small city with surrounding rural towns, Pittsfield has a reasonable cost of living and relaxing short commutes without giving up modern life amenities. We are centrally located in the northeast, providing easy access to all of the attractions New England can offer. Boston and New York City are both less than a 3 hour drive away.

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