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Global Field Support Field Maintenance Supervisor - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

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Position Title: Global Field Support Field Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Tillicum, WA, United States

Category: Skilled Trades/Mechanics/Technicians

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: WA

City: Tillicum

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 15370667

Date Posted: Dec 16, 2024

Description: At General Dynamics Land Systems has an opportunity for an experienced leader to lead a team that will put our Customer at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the men and women who serve, drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supervise a workforce of direct hire and contractor personnel, scheduling of manpower, work load, and priorities to support business requirements.
  • Direct the maintenance steps to accomplish repairs including disassembling, removing and replacing worn/ damaged/defective part(s), adjusting, reassembling, testing, and using applicable technical documentation.
  • Engage in constant communication with customer (internal and external), management, and personnel to ensure requirements Supervise a workforce are met in a timely manner.
  • Complete maintenance and administrative forms, reports and other paperwork related to performance of duties.
  • Perform individual and collective counseling to employees on a regular basis
  • Maintain 100% accountability of assigned equipment; to include preparing and submitting property loss reports as required for damaged or lost equipment.
  • Participate in logistics meetings and provide insight for paths forward in support rendered
  • Direct support to all on call US government contractual requirements
  • Oversee supply and property assets in support of great Global Field Support team.
  • Mentor newly graduated Field Services Representatives and support placement on assignment.
  • Supervise onboarding of all newly hired Global Field Support personnel and oversee their placement into the appropriate hierarchy.
  • Assist in movement of personnel worldwide based on contractual requirements in support of all Global Field Support operations.
  • Maintain calibration; ensure all equipment requiring calibration are maintained in a mission ready status.
  • Manage assets to ensure supplies are issued in a manner that will cause a continuous flow of material as required
  • Supervise repair/supply activities in order to streamline flow of materials to workforce
  • Ensure continuous improvement and compliance to ISO, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Lean Six Sigma, and Whole Systems Business Model, (WSBM).
  • Supervise vehicle De-processing, fleet maintenance requirements or repair operations IAW established processes and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements:
  • Must have 3 to 5 years related work experience with leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Associates degree from an accredited school in a related business or technical discipline required.
  • Experience directly related to position such as leading/supervising personnel in a maintenance environment, strong hands-on experience in fielding operations is required.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal and written).
  • Strong supervisory skills, with ability to teach, coach, mentor and identify/ develop talent.
  • Candidates should be able to obtain and maintain a US Passport/Visa, and a corporate credit card for travel purposes.
  • Computer literate, must be capable of using MS suite of Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Should be familiar with web access/internet connections, Lotus Notes is desirable.
  • Ability to manage electronic files, archive, and retrieve upon request.
  • Travel to remote CONUS/OCONUS locations on short notice to support operations for long or short-term durations.
  • Must meet and maintain ASR requirements.
  • Must be able to successfully pass and maintain NACI background to obtain CAC (common access card).
  • FSR certification is preferred, but not required.
  • Active Secret Security clearance preferred, but not required.

Position Salary Range: New hires generally start between $79,7999 and $106,396 per year. Applicant's placement within the range is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full salary range for the position is between $77,799 and $132,998 per year.

Position Incentive: Hired applicant will be able to receive an annual bonus.

Benefits Offered: Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance plans, disability insurance plans, health spending account, flexible spending account, 401(k) retirement plan and tuition reimbursement.

Employees are also eligible to receive 6.66 hours of vacation per month, 80 hours of sick/personal time per year and 6-13 paid holidays each year depending on business circumstances and the applicable holiday schedule for that year.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
At General Dynamics Land Systems has an opportunity for an experienced leader to lead a team that will put our Customer at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the men and women who serve, drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supervise a workforce of direct hire and contractor personnel, scheduling of manpower, work load, and priorities to support business requirements.
  • Direct the maintenance steps to accomplish repairs including disassembling, removing and replacing worn/ damaged/defective part(s), adjusting, reassembling, testing, and using applicable technical documentation.
  • Engage in constant communication with customer (internal and external), management, and personnel to ensure requirements Supervise a workforce are met in a timely manner.
  • Complete maintenance and administrative forms, reports and other paperwork related to performance of duties.
  • Perform individual and collective counseling to employees on a regular basis
  • Maintain 100% accountability of assigned equipment; to include preparing and submitting property loss reports as required for damaged or lost equipment.
  • Participate in logistics meetings and provide insight for paths forward in support rendered
  • Direct support to all on call US government contractual requirements
  • Oversee supply and property assets in support of great Global Field Support team.
  • Mentor newly graduated Field Services Representatives and support placement on assignment.
  • Supervise onboarding of all newly hired Global Field Support personnel and oversee their placement into the appropriate hierarchy.
  • Assist in movement of personnel worldwide based on contractual requirements in support of all Global Field Support operations.
  • Maintain calibration; ensure all equipment requiring calibration are maintained in a mission ready status.
  • Manage assets to ensure supplies are issued in a manner that will cause a continuous flow of material as required
  • Supervise repair/supply activities in order to streamline flow of materials to workforce
  • Ensure continuous improvement and compliance to ISO, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Lean Six Sigma, and Whole Systems Business Model, (WSBM).
  • Supervise vehicle De-processing, fleet maintenance requirements or repair operations IAW established processes and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements:
  • Must have 3 to 5 years related work experience with leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Associates degree from an accredited school in a related business or technical discipline required.
  • Experience directly related to position such as leading/supervising personnel in a maintenance environment, strong hands-on experience in fielding operations is required.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate (verbal and written).
  • Strong supervisory skills, with ability to teach, coach, mentor and identify/ develop talent.
  • Candidates should be able to obtain and maintain a US Passport/Visa, and a corporate credit card for travel purposes.
  • Computer literate, must be capable of using MS suite of Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Should be familiar with web access/internet connections, Lotus Notes is desirable.
  • Ability to manage electronic files, archive, and retrieve upon request.
  • Travel to remote CONUS/OCONUS locations on short notice to support operations for long or short-term durations.
  • Must meet and maintain ASR requirements.
  • Must be able to successfully pass and maintain NACI background to obtain CAC (common access card).
  • FSR certification is preferred, but not required.
  • Active Secret Security clearance preferred, but not required.

Position Salary Range: New hires generally start between $79,7999 and $106,396 per year. Applicant's placement within the range is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full salary range for the position is between $77,799 and $132,998 per year.

Position Incentive: Hired applicant will be able to receive an annual bonus.

Benefits Offered: Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance plans, disability insurance plans, health spending account, flexible spending account, 401(k) retirement plan and tuition reimbursement.

Employees are also eligible to receive 6.66 hours of vacation per month, 80 hours of sick/personal time per year and 6-13 paid holidays each year depending on business circumstances and the applicable holiday schedule for that year.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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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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