Systems Requirements & Design -Medium Area Manager

Job Description

Systems Requirements & Design -Medium Area Manager

Overview

This individual will manage the activities of Systems Requirements & Design - Medium personnel. (Department capabilities and work scope includes but not limited to System Architecture, System/Subsystem Requirements and Design Documents, Interface Control Documents, and functional requirements, System level Test Procedures and Plans).

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

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.

• 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 (up to 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

• Provide the leadership and technical direction required to develop and deliver high quality work products; System/Functional/Physical architectures, System Specification (Roll-up), Requirements Traceability & Compliance Matrix, System/Subsystem design descriptions (S/SDD), functional/software requirements, interface control documents, product CDRLs, analysis and assessments, and test procedures and test plans.

• Manage area budgets and schedules to ensure work is performed on time with the highest quality and within budgeted costs
• Coordinate and assign tasks within the section to accomplish program objectives

• Identify and schedule manpower needs, tools and training requirements
• Meet and execute staffing requirements - review manpower demand files to ensure accuracy and staffing commitments, acting where appropriate
• Hire, train, and mentor employees to establish the technical competency and domain expertise required to successfully execute project responsibilities.
• Support program leads in achieving team commitments
• Develop and track department metrics
• Develop high-quality, cost-effective planning and proposal BOEs/inputs
• Participate in technical and program reviews
• Perform administrative duties associated with management of section personnel which includes, but is not limited to, conducting performance appraisals, monitoring labor reporting, preparing status reports, and attending and conducting staff meetings
• Create a work environment in the section that is oriented to product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Create a work environment that cultivates teamwork and growth mindset.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Master's degree in engineering or business is preferred.
• 10+ years of applicable experience is required, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• MBSE Experience (SysML) a plus
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001/OHSAS18001, and CMMI standards
• Maintain ISO and CMMI certification by assisting in developing department procedures and measures to ensure compliance to all appropriate SP's, FOI's and DI's
• Have a working knowledge of MIL-STD-882E and IL-HDBK-799
• Address personnel issues as required in accordance with the GDLS Code of Ethics Handbook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have demonstrated leadership ability
• Demonstrated experience with Earned Value Measurement Systems (EVMS)
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint)
• Ability and willingness to travel when required to execute job functions.

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 [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.