Undersea Systems and Weapons Program Director - General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 15 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 13 years relevant experience to meet managerial expectations.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
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:

Sign on bonus and relocation eligible!

 

The responsibility is career-defining. So is the opportunity. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we invent the technologies, products, and services that help our nation’s heroes keep us safe. The work is so advanced that our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ve just found it.

 

Relocation is available and a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000.

 

Our Maritime and Strategic Systems line of business has an immediate opening for an experienced Program Director as we advance the state-of-the-art in autonomous undersea systems and weapons. Our team has been selected to design and deliver critical new systems for US warfighter, and we need experienced leaders with the engineering and business savvy to execute these challenging programs. Executed at multiple sites near Boston, Massachusetts and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, these programs are on the cutting edge of design and integration of advanced maritime systems,  embedded electronics, signal processing, and autonomy.

We need a seasoned technical and business leader with experience delivering products in related fields like autonomous vehicles, missiles, or torpedoes. As the Program Director you’ll lead the team in defining an execution strategy, developing a cohesive cost and schedule baseline for execution, and organizing to make it so. We’ll rely on you to balance program risks and opportunities with executable strategies to meet technical requirements and budgets. You will interface with our customers in the U.S. Department of Defense, including the U.S. Navy, to ensure alignment and transparency at all phases, from development through delivery.

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• State-of-the-art design and production facilities
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent plus a minimum of 15 years relevant experience; or Master's degree in an engineering discipline or MBA, plus a minimum of 13 years relevant experience to meet managerial expectations
• Strong knowledge of related products and technologies, including current and potential applications
• Successful track record of leading large DoD-focused programs with both development and production elements
• Experience in delivering technology products in a high-growth environment, with a demonstrated ability to translate customer needs into requirements
• Demonstrated experience creating operational plans and forecasts, executing business strategies with positive results
• Exceptional communication skills to relay issues, impacts, and corrective actions on programs to internal and external representatives
• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task across a portfolio of programs
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

What sets you apart:

• Significant experience successfully leading major U.S. Navy or other complex DoD acqusition programs from development through production / sustainment
• Demonstrated ability to think and act independently
• Project Management Professional (PMP) and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) certifications
• Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is a plus

 

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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 $217,410.40 - USD $235,244.80 /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 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