General Dynamics

Business Operations Analyst

General Dynamics • $88K — $105K *
Sterling Heights, MI 48310In-Person
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Operations or related field preferred; relevant experience accepted.
  • 8-10+ years in operations management with customer/VIP interaction.
  • Proven ability to complete projects on-time and on-budget despite challenges.
  • Strong initiative with excellent time-management and organizational capabilities.
  • Exceptional communication and conflict resolution skills, particularly with senior leaders.
  • Successful track record in coordinating across various internal teams.
  • Experience in proposal writing and budget management is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage operations of the showcase facility, including planning and compliance.
  • Oversee A/V technology and support for events and VIP visits.
  • Collaborate with IT, Engineering, and Facilities to improve and maintain spaces and equipment.
  • Coordinate procurement and supply chain activities for laboratory and IT assets.
  • Plan and execute departmental projects, tracking budgets from concept to demo.
  • Support project portfolios by providing data-driven insights and aiding proposal development.
  • Standardize and improve operational processes and pilot new management tools.

Benefits

  • Impactful Total Rewards package tailored for employees.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Competitive base pay with performance-based incentives.
  • 401k match up to 6%.
  • Educational assistance support for further learning.
  • Flexible 9-80 work schedule for better work-life balance.
  • Modern office amenities including cafeteria, fitness center, and outdoor track.
Full Job Description
Job Description

About the Role

The Business Operations Analyst plays a key role in shaping and delivering IRAD and departmental initiatives, with a strong focus on planning, coordination, and portfolio support. In this position, you will help develop proposals, align budgets, schedules, and resources, and provide data-driven insights that improve decision-making across multiple projects. You will oversee the dynamic showcase facility, optimizing space utilization, advancing A/V technologies, and orchestrating events and VIP demonstrations. This position champions process improvement and standardization to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and overall business performance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Operations, or a similar field is preferred; equivalent relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • 8-10+ years of experience in operations management, including customer/VIP-facing responsibilities.
  • Track record of overcoming obstacles to complete projects on-time and on-budget.
  • Demonstrated initiative and superior time-management and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills; comfortable interacting with senior leaders and external visitors.
  • Proven success coordinating across multiple internal teams.
  • Experience with proposal writing and budgets desired.

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:
  • Manage overall showcase facility operations, including planning, scheduling, space utilization, access control, maintenance and repairs, and compliance with company, security, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage A/V and collaboration technologies and support meetings, demos, events, and VIP visits and overseeing technology upgrades/obsolescence.
  • Collaborate closely with IT, Engineering, Facilities, and other stakeholders to support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of facilities, labs, and equipment, and to design safe, functional, and flexible spaces and storage solutions.
  • Coordinate procurement and Supply Chain Management activities to build and maintain inventories of laboratory and IT assets, managing obsolescence, upgrades, and technology-related needs.
  • Plan, track, and execute IRAD and departmental projects and budgets from concept through final demonstrations, including schedules, milestones, reviews, manpower, and resource demand.
  • Support IRAD and departmental project portfolios by helping develop proposals, providing data-driven decision support to project teams, and reviewing schedules/resources across efforts to identify overlaps and perform synchronization analyses that minimize waste.
  • Standardize, document, and improve business and operational processes; pilot new management tools and conduct research to support facility, lab, and equipment investments.
  • Build strong relationships and communication across all staff levels; represent GDLS to senior leadership and global clients, and lead outreach and partnership activities to support operations and organizational objectives.

What We Offer
  • 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 and 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 rewarding work environment
  • (Sterling Heights Facility) Modern office, onsite cafeteria including Coffee Cafe, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Additional Information
  • Availability to work outside regular business hours as needed, to address critical issues.
  • This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).


GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is involved in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat vehicles and systems, armaments, and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and mission-critical information systems and technologies. General Dynamics has four main business segments. Aerospace designs, develops, manufacturers and services a comprehensive offering of advanced business-jet aircraft. Combat Systems specializes in producing, supporting and sustaining land and expeditionary combat systems for the U.S. military and its allies. Marine Systems designs, builds and supports submarines and a variety of surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Technology group offers a breadth and depth of technology and service capabilities that support a wide range of government and commercial needs, including systems integration expertise; hardware and software products; and engineering, management and support services.

General Dynamics Careers

Join the dynamic team at General Dynamics, a leader in global defense, aerospace, and technology services. As a pivotal player in innovation and security, General Dynamics offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to advance their careers in a cutting-edge environment.

Work You’ll Do

At General Dynamics, we empower our employees to drive innovation and lead with integrity and excellence. With a commitment to professional growth and diversity, our team is at the forefront of developing solutions that make a difference in the world. Whether in engineering, cybersecurity, or project management, your work at General Dynamics will contribute to missions that matter.

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General Dynamics is not just a company; it's a community where you can build a career that aligns with your passion and skills. From internships to leadership positions, the breadth of opportunities supports your professional journey at every stage.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is the status quo. At General Dynamics, you’ll work alongside industry experts to solve complex challenges with cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of growth and learning, where you can lead projects that explore new frontiers.

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Invest in your future with General Dynamics’ robust professional development programs. Enhance your skills through targeted training, workshops, and seminars that propel your expertise and leadership capabilities forward.

Diversity and Inclusion

At General Dynamics, we believe diversity drives innovation. Our inclusive culture welcomes diverse perspectives and ideas, fostering an environment where all employees can thrive. Through diversity training and networking opportunities, we ensure every team member can contribute uniquely and significantly.

Benefits and Culture

Experience a culture that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of its employees. General Dynamics offers competitive benefits, including health care, retirement plans, and flexible working arrangements, to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Our team-oriented culture encourages collaboration and mutual respect, making General Dynamics a great place to work.

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Learn more about General Dynamics
Size
103,100 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$37.9 billion
NASDAQ
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