Deputy Project Manager, Engineering - General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
About the Job
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. 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:Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they’re often classified. That’s what you’ll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you’ll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it’s time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.
As a Deputy Program Manager Engineer, you’ll plan, authorize and monitor engineering work by managing a team of top talent. You’ll ensure that the total system is integrated, tested and verified while keeping your team motivated and focused on project goals. It’s an exceptional challenge and for a true leader, it’s an equally exceptional opportunity.
What you’ll experience:
- Assisting the Program Manager with the planning, scheduling, budgeting, and quantitative management of all project activities and staff; contribute to and participate in customer reviews; directing resources, organizational interfaces, and project task scope; developing and reporting project metrics; providing concurrence on recommended changes to requirements and design configuration.
- Ensuring the overall cost, schedule, and performance of the program.
- Developing and reporting program and departmental metrics
- Developing and maintaining the program plans (management baseline)
- Together with Lead Systems and Software Engineers develop and maintain the technical approach/development process
- Controlling the technical baseline (reviewing and approving recommended changes to requirements and design configuration)
- Conducting customer reviews and serving as an advocate for customer issues – technical and programmatic
- Managing Program staffing, resources, organizational interfaces, and program task scope
What you bring to the table:
- A Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering, a related specialized area or field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
- Substantial leadership skills and proven team building and motivation skills
- The ability to work within and manage an environment of rapidly fluctuating customer requirement
- Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments
- Successful prior experience in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and executing projects to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives
- Experience working on Agile development projects
- Earned Value Management training/experience
What sets you apart:
- Excellent oral/written communication skills, and interpersonal skills to support interaction with customer representatives, team members (including subcontractors), and internal management
- Skilled at applying and executing highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts
- Strong ability to lead, mentor, and motivate experienced technical staff
- High level of proficiency in project management
- Through proactive leadership, creates an environment where the impact of technology on the business is clearly recognized
- Experience with management of geopgraphically dispersed teams
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 world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s 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