Program Proposal Manager

Responsibilities for this Position

Program Proposal Manager

ID: 2026-73021
US-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: TS/SCI, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 7/16/2026
Category: Program/Project Management
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience is required, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of 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

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nations heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of whats possible. Here youll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

As the Program Proposal Manager, you'll leverage your leadership and team building expertise to develop and execute proposal strategies that drive cohesive, integrated planning across program, subcontractor, and material workstreams. You'll define roles, establish WBS-based budgets and schedules, and lead the development of Engineering Change Proposals and ROM estimates in dynamic environments where scope continues to evolve. Monitoring progress, identifying risks, and communicating corrective actions to stakeholders will be central to your success in this role.

What youll experience:

• The Program Proposal Manager will work with the program team and with the customer to manage and lead the development of the multiple Engineering Change Proposals and ROM estimates.
• Work with the customer and lead multiple alpha contracting sessions, where the customer reviews and discusses our understanding of the additional scope, reviews basis of estimates, technical volume and assumptions.
• Manage the ECPs and ROMs (rough order of magnitude) to ensure the additional scope can fit in the overall program schedule.
• Work with the program technical leaders to ensure the scope is adequately captured and defined in both ECPs and ROMs
• Work with the program teams to integrate scope in program schedule and program WBS once it is awarded
• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations
• Demonstrated experience in proposal management, including development of ECPs and ROMs, with familiarity in government contracting processes (FAR/DFARS)
• Substantial knowledge of products and technologies including current and potential applications
• Ability to establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements
• Ability to lead others in team building, conflict resolution, motivation, and leadership
• Strong customer communication and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to lead customer-facing reviews and contracting sessions

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Outstanding relationship management and marketing skills
• Direct experience leading ECP and ROM development in a government or defense contracting environment
• Proven ability to integrate new scope into existing program schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) across multidisciplinary teams
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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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 $203,851.00 - USD $220,574.00 /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 you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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