Job Description

About the Role:

The Mobility and Structures Design Department is looking for an Area Manager for the Franchise Structures and Analysis group to provide functional engineering leadership to a growing group of engineers in the design and development of ground combat vehicle systems. This team of engineers includes design responsible engineers along with structural analysts.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role:

• Direct supervisory responsibility for a growing team of structures design engineers and structural analysis engineers (FEA) including hiring and performance management and employee development.
• Manage work assignments, budgets, and schedules to ensure high quality and timely work products.
• Balance multiple priorities and programs through judgment and assessment of risk
• Utilize metrics to measure quality and drive continuous improvement into work products and processes.
• Review and approve work products such as new drawing/model releases, drawing/model changes, and analysis artifacts (reports)
• Develop planning and proposal inputs and BOEs.
• Manage manpower demand and meet staffing requirements.
• Utilize Teamcenter to assign work, review drawings and approve proposed changes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Sought:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Masters Degree is preferred.
• 15+ years engineering experience, leadership experience preferred
• Structural design experience and technical competency preferred
• Analysis experience preferred
• Track record of delivering applicable products on schedule/cost and with high quality
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively
• Mind-set to work collaboratively in a team environment for program success
• Proven skills in the development of technical documents and oral communication
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills sought.
• Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint) required
• TeamCenter experience (desired)

Additional Information / Desired Experience

This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)

• Previous experience working in the defense industry desired, ground-based Vehicle Systems preferred.
• This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space)
• Familiarity with military standards and test requirements desired.
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required Works well in team and individually.
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
• Occasional travel to test sites may be required.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to benefits@gdls.com for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.