General Dynamics

Sr Deputy Program Manager Engineering (DPME)

General Dynamics$155K — $165K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field plus 8 years of experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of experience.
  • Department of Defense Secret security clearance or eligibility to obtain it after hire.
  • Proven background in technical performance oversight in engineering efforts.
  • Hands-on experience in resource management and project leadership.
  • Familiarity with Agile practices in DoD environments.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee program technical performance ensuring requirements are validated, integrated and verified.
  • Develop and maintain engineering plans, risks, and opportunities while adhering to GDMS standards.
  • Manage engineering resources including staff assignments and capital equipment.
  • Conduct engineering status reviews and implement corrective actions as necessary.
  • Provide leadership input on new business opportunities and R&D initiatives.

Benefits

  • Career development opportunities and continuous learning.
  • Research-oriented work solving real-world national security issues.
  • Flexible work schedule with optional 9/80 schedule for every other Friday off.
  • Comprehensive benefits including 401k matching and paid parental leave.
  • Health and wellness programs along with various employee resource groups.
Full Job Description
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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

As aSr Deputy Program Manager Engineering (DPME)for the Torpedo Systems Group, you work closely with the Senior Engineering Leadership, Chief Engineers and Business Area Managers to plan, authorize, and drive execution of the engineering tasks to completion (including providing strong leadership to ensure all events occur as planned). You will be the face of program engineering teams to stakeholders and will work closely with Program Management to ensure contract obligations are met.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these skills or experiences:

  • Overseeing program technical performance across engineering efforts to ensure requirements are validated, integrated, tested, and verified
  • Developing and maintaining engineering plans, risks, and opportunities while adhering to change management processes and GDMS standards
  • Managing engineering resources including staff assignments, capital equipment, organizational interfaces, and engineering scope
  • Conducting engineering status reviews and providing material for program reviews, including implementing corrective actions
  • Providing input to leadership on new business opportunities, internal research and development, or business expansion initiatives

What you'll experience:

  • Staffing and leading project teams in coordination with Senior Engineering Managers and Directors of Engineering
  • Managing resolution of technical issues and communicating outcomes to all affected parties and artifacts
  • Driving engineering plans, risks, and opportunities while following change management processes
  • Contributing to program reviews and implementing effective corrective actions as required
  • Identifying opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

What sets you apart:

  • Technical and management credibility demonstrated through past experience in DoD or similar environments
  • Experience preparing cost and schedule estimates for design tasks
  • Proven success with Agile practices and processes in a DoD setting
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage geographically separated engineering teams
  • Experience brokering consensus among diverse stakeholders and organizational interfaces

Our Commitment to You:

  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is ON-SITE in Canonsburg, PA. A hybrid work schedule may be available in the future, but will require a minimum of 3 days per week on-site. To learn more about Canonsburg and what this idyllic location has to offer, please visit: https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/charleroi-canonsburg

 

Salary NoteThis 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 RangeUSD $155,000.00 - USD $165,000.00 /Yr.

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.

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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.

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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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Size
103,100 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$37.9 billion
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