Autonomous Undersea Systems Program Manager

Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Location: Quincy
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Basic Qualifications :Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 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: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 our nation safe. The work is so advanced, our teams regularly redefine innovation and excellence for the world. If you're looking for a challenge, you've just found it.
Our Autonomous Undersea Systems business segment has an immediate opening for an experienced Program Manager as we advance the state-of-the-art in autonomous undersea robotics. In this role you'll be exposed to cutting-edge technologies, leading cross-functional teams of engineers and manufacturing professionals to develop groundbreaking new autonomous systems that delight our customers worldwide. Located just south of Boston, Massachusetts, our waterfront development facility provides an amazing setting for a candidate who is eager to immerse themselves in all things autonomous and undersea.

As a seasoned technical and business leader, you'll use proposal plans and strategies to lead a team in developing, defining, and implementing cohesive, integrated program and business plans that achieve the current and long-term objectives of the Autonomous Undersea Systems business. You will identify needed resources for projects, define and assign major program roles, set integrated budget and schedule baselines, and monitor work accomplished to baseline plans to ensure rate of work completion is sufficient to meet program schedules. 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 discoveredWhat you bring to the table:
  • A Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years relevant experience; or Master's degree in an engineering discipline or MBA, plus a minimum of 6 years relevant experience to meet managerial expectations
  • Strong knowledge of Unmanned Underwater Vehicle products and technologies, including current and potential applications
  • Successful track record of leading 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 successWhat sets you apart:
    • Experience in defense-focused Science and Technology programs
    • Project Management Professional (PMP) and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) certifications
    • Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information eligibility is a plusCompany Overview:General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team!
      
      General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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