Senior Program Manager (Production Senior Program Manager) - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Senior Program Manager (Production Senior Program Manager)
US-CA-Healdsburg | US-CA-Folsom
Job ID: 2024-33053
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Project/Program Management
Healdsburg, CA (Foss Creek)
Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider to the US Department of Defense and allied nations, is seeking a Production Senior Program Manager, with experience in the aerospace/defense industry, to join our Healdsburg or Folsom, California team.
The Production Senior Program Manager oversees all aspects of a program, including the program inception (proposal development), complete build and overall program execution, quality, cost, schedule, and technical execution, through program completion (contract closeout). The position leads and directs a cross-functional Integrated Program Team (IPT) which is assigned to assist with meeting all of the program objectives. Senior Program Managers often present to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders. The Senior Program Manager performs program risk and opportunity assessments and develops plans for risk mitigation and opportunity realization throughout the life of the program. This is a full-time on-site position.
We are committed to supporting the mission of the warfighter. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with our allies around the world. Given the nature of our work and our organizations ethos, we value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency.
Whether youre just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that includes healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life balance benefits, career development and recognition programs.
*We are on a 9/80 schedule (9 hour days Monday - Thursday, alternating Fridays off, opposite Fridays 8 hour days).
Responsibilities
- Has P&L responsibilities for a specific program
- Implements and administers one or more corporate programs, typically consisting of multiple programs or sub-programs.
- Executes programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
- Participates in all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
- Promotes the program throughout the organization and tracks utilization.
- Supervises the work of program or project staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
- Evaluates program effectiveness by collecting and analyzing data in support of key performance metrics.
- Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
- Provides reports and updates to senior management or other stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education & experience
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- 8 - 10 years or relevant experience
- Ability to develop and mentor others
- Management skills
- Ability to build collaborative relationships
- Detail oriented
- Ability to meed deadlines
- Program management skills
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Healdsburg, CA
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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