Job Description

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

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 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

• Manage the General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) Small Business program and related subcontracting.
• Establish company goals to align with government requirements and monitor performance to ensure Small / Diverse subcontracting compliance.
• Support goal setting of Small / Diverse Business in proposal development.
• Develop subcontracting plans compliant to regulations, policies, and flow-down clauses.
• Report Small / Diverse Business subcontracting performance to all levels of management including executive leadership.
• On-board suppliers in all diverse categories and maintain a directory to support procurement and proposal activity.
• Perform periodic supplier certification confirming business classifications.
• Participate in outreach to small business concerns, including small and diverse business fairs, training, and education programs.
• Cultivate positive relationships with federal, State, and local agencies who promote Small / Diverse business participation in contracts.
• Support compliance audits as the Small Business Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Recommend and drive implementation of changes to company policies to ensure ongoing compliance with contractual obligations, including appropriate recordkeeping procedures.
• Develop and execute training plans for internal business partners to gain and maintain program adoption.
• Prepare and submit Individual Subcontracting Reports (ISR) and Summary Subcontracting Reports (SSR) and enter data into the federal government's electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS) and review and approval of subcontractors Small & Diverse Business Subcontracting Plans and approval of their eSRS submissions.
• Some travel for networking and related conferences will be required, possibly outside of normal business hours.

Qualifications Sought

• Bachelor's Degree with preferred 5-7 years or more with prior relevant experience
• Background or experience within defense industry preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Small Business and Supplier Diversity Management
• Knowledge of FAR / DFARS, specifically FAR 52.219 preferred
• Knowledge in U.S. Government, State and local procurement laws, regulations, and contract provisions regarding the utilization of Small / Diverse businesses.
• Acute attention to detail as well as the ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Critical thinking and excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills including ability to present to all levels of management
• Self-starter with strong organizational, time management, planning and follow-through capabilities.
• Must have high energy, good interpersonal skills, communication, and presentation skills with strong leadership skills.
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Preferred working knowledge of ERP functionality
• Prospective employees must be able to certify U.S. Person status.
• Travel required

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.