SCRUM Master - NAVSUP OIS - Remote - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Location: Any Location / Remote
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ191872
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
Scrum
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Agile Methodology, Conducting Standups, Scrum Development Process, Sprint Planning
Certifications:
None
Experience:
6 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
SCRUM Master - NAVSUP OIS - Remote
Overview/ Job Responsibilities
GDIT is looking for a Scrum Master for the Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Ordnance Information System (OIS) to provide technical expertise on a mission-critical program whose purpose is to develop, modernize, enhance, operate, and maintain services for OIS mission critical systems.
The Scrum Master will be a servant leader who facilitates and supports agile cross-functional teams responsible for delivering features and products. In this role, you will facilitate the team(s) through all aspects of the agile process which includes release planning, sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, product demonstrations, iteration reviews and retrospectives. You will also have in-depth agile process knowledge in order to coach and mentor several remote teams effectively, simultaneously. You will work closely across our client's organization to ensure coordination and communication with existing Development Services teams, both internal and external.
Travel to customer site (Mechanicsburg, PA) will be required for Program Increment planning sessions, 2 times per year. Additional travel may be required for meetings.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Act as a change agent to assist in timely delivery of customer prioritized features
- Facilitate effective and efficient meetings and Scrum rituals including: release and sprint planning, sprint reviews and retrospectives, and daily stand-ups
- Maintain transparency into the team's work and provide metrics on team progress
- Be a resource to each team member and support the removal of impediments, as required
- Isolation of root problems from exposed symptoms and aid in resolutions
- Engage multiple roles and stakeholders in critical discussion, complex new product development discovery and building consensus
- Support product owners to maximize ROI and meet the organization objectives
- Coach and support continuous improvement within the team
- Help identify and mitigate any external dependency risks in feature/product development
- Coordinate with other Scrum Masters and cross-functional teams on deliverables that affect team goals
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have DOD Secret level clearance to start
- Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years' experience; without a degree 5 additional years of experience would be required
- A thorough understanding of scrum and agile principles, values, and practices, preferably within a SAFe organization
- Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks within a collaborative team environment
- Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and writing.
- Must be a self-starter, strong leader, and have the ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Must be a problem solver with sound judgment and decision-making skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Certified Scrum Professional (CSP)
- Over 5 years' experience working in an Agile Scrum Master role
- SAFe experience and knowledge
- Experience working in an environment delivering software into embedded & real time systems
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities
- Ability to translate complex information into ideas and effectively communicate
- Strong cross-functional team collaboration skills
- Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Experience working with Navy IT customers
The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options:
Remote
Work Location:
Any Location / Remote
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee's date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Mechanicsburg, PA
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.
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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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