Program Manager

Program Manager

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Program Manager to support Navy shipbuilding programs in Newport News, VA. The position will operate out Chesapeake, VA. This position is embedded within a portfolio of programs that deliver classified engineering tools, integration and test support, digital data collection systems, and AI-driven data analytics capabilities for submarine and aircraft carrier new construction. The Program Manager will lead cross-functional teams responsible for software development, cloud-hosted application delivery, and modernization initiatives that directly enhance fleet readiness.

It is expected the successful candidate will utilize several enabling behaviors to build on their own essential skills and traits. These behaviors are:

• Develop yourself
• Develop others
• Be a team player/leader
• Communicate effectively
• Develop and sustain the relationships you need to be successful
• Shape culture and positively impact the morale, motivation, and engagement of those around you
• Operate at the right level and deliver on your commitments
• Think and act strategically
• Confront reality
• Take reasonable, managed risks

Representative duties and tasks include:

• Supporting integration and test activities for submarine warfare tactical systems and carrier C5I and aviation systems during government new construction programs; adapting project support into platform modernization life-cycle support
• Coordinating with customer organizations to align program execution with customer requirements and priorities
• Developing customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities within the Navy shipbuilding and modernization market, including program growth and transition opportunities
• Using proposal plans and strategies to lead teams in developing, defining, and implementing cohesive, integrated program/product, subcontractor, and material plans, and business plans that achieve overall current and long-term objectives of the program/product, business unit, and division
• Overseeing AI, machine learning, and data analytics initiatives that leverage engineering and test data to drive predictive insights and operational efficiencies for naval platforms
• Identifying needed resources for projects, defining and assigning major program roles for engineering, technical and logistic support required to meet program milestones
• Leading the establishment of and setting integrated WBS-based budget and schedule baselines including management reserve for programs/products that are complex in nature, high value, with a new customer, naval organization or in a new market area
• Monitoring work accomplished to baseline plans to ensure rate of work completion is sufficient to meet program/product schedules
• Balancing program risks and opportunities with executable strategies to meet technical requirements and budgets
• Managing people who lead cross-functional program teams in matrix organization that are focused on the delivery of software-intensive and digital data collection and analysis systems, classified engineering tools, and cloud-hosted applications
• Leading software development teams utilizing Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe) and DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and iterative sprint-based delivery while meeting all cybersecurity accreditation requirements
• Managing programs deployed on classified cloud infrastructure, including NAVSEA Cloud (GovCloud at IL6), ensuring compliance with cyber security Risk Management Framework accreditation requirements
• Creating an environment that fosters professional growth for team members
• Delegating assignments to others for developing solutions
• Conducting reviews to drill down into issues on products/programs, identify issues, develop corrective actions, and communicate issues, impacts and corrective actions to program teams
• Leading team to identify and quantify risks and opportunities and risk mitigation / opportunity capture activities
• Decoupling risk items from mainstream program to the greatest extent possible
• Preparing and presenting program/product status to leadership and external customers
• Interfaces with customers on technical matters regarding program/products and provide complex problem solving solutions within program budgets
• Identifying scope changes and developing product/program positions for equitable cost and schedule adjustments
• Developing and executing proposal plans and strategies
• Following processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Recommending changes to policies and establishing procedures that affect immediate organization(s)

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Very strong knowledge of submarine and aircraft carrier engineering tools and digital data collection systems, products and technologies including current and potential applications
• Very strong knowledge of customer needs, particularly Navy submarine warfare tactical systems and aircraft carrier C5I and aviation systems new construction and modernization programs
• Knowledge of the submarine and carrier new construction and modernization process, including familiarity with CWITT, SIIMO and CAITT workflows, engineering tools, associated test and evaluation procedures and inventory management methods
• Understanding of Navy modernization programs and the role of software-intensive systems in supporting fleet readiness
• Very strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate project plans and ideas
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle management, DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipeline implementation and cyber security Risk Management Framework accreditation requirements
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, or similar frameworks) and their application to defense software programs
• Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and data analytics concepts and their application to engineering data analysis and predictive insights
• Knowledge of Navy Test and Evaluation (T&E) processes across submarines and aircraft carrier programs, including the role of government test teams, shipbuilders and Supervisor of Shipbuilding
• Experience working with NIWC Atlantic, submarine and surface naval warfare centers or similar Navy systems commands in a program management or technical coordination capacity providing consultation to government leadership for strategic goal and objective planning, business development and capability implementation, systems engineering strategies, and/or complex problem solving solutions
• Skilled in the development and implementation of product/program strategy and tactics
• Ability to generate cohesive program plans under a structured methodology that aligns program objectives, resources, timelines, and evaluation metrics into an integrated and actionable blueprint
• Must be able to establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements and articulate to the customer the specific, measurable and achievable objectives
• Ability to develop and implement a product oriented WBS and WBS Dictionary
• Ability to track work accomplished to baseline plans and identify issues, track progress, and follow through on effective corrective actions based on data analysis and trends
• Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions on programs to internal and external representatives, including Navy and DoD senior level representatives
• Ability to understand and analyze program financial data
• Ability to evaluate quality of work product across organization teams to ensure satisfaction of customer requirements and determine potential opportunity for system or process improvement
• Very strong understanding of advanced risk and opportunity management techniques and ability to apply them to programs
• Ability to lead teams in matrix organization, across organizational boundaries and influence cross-organizational technical teams effectively
• Ability to lead others in team building, conflict resolution, motivation, leadership and advanced risk management
• Familiarity with government contracting practices and regulations regarding acquisition
• Outstanding relationship management and marketing skills
• Needs ability to execute company policies that affect immediate operations and program growth
• Ability to develop and execute proposal plans and strategies
• Ability to lead program in customer negotiations and negotiate win-win solutions
• Will interact frequently with internal personnel and outside representatives at various levels
• Requires weekly on-site interaction with government customers
• Working knowledge of MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• May be required to travel

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 $164,314.00 - USD $177,792.00 /Yr.

Company 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