Deputy Program Manager Operations (DPMO)

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience, plus minimum 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus minimum 3 years of relevant experienceCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret 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 ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:As a Deputy Program Manager of Operations (DPMO), you will lead cross-functional teams within manufacturing in support of our Airborne Systems business unit. In this role you will be responsible for the overall manufacturing execution of the programs that you support, including all cost, schedule, quality, and delivery objectives.We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:Experience with manufacturing operations, process development and controlExperience with overseeing project performance, cost, scope, and scheduleExperience with generating, analyzing, and monitoring budgets and schedulesAbility to foster cross-functional collaboration within teams/Subject Matter Experts to ensure health of overall programAnalytic and problem solving skills, with advanced decision-making abilityCreative thinking with the ability to multi-taskAbility to perform analysis of work flow/load balancing and take appropriate actionWhat sets you apart:A Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science / Engineering field, is preferred.Experience with new product introduction manufacturing, and transitioning new programs from development to productionAbility to assess risk and scope changes that may impact program cost and scheduleProficient understanding of earned value toolsExtensive knowledge of manufacturing, as well as technical, government, and industry standardsExperience in implementing new processes, documentation, and quality/process controlsAbility to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; detail orientedTeam player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team successCollaborative, creative thinker with experience leading complex projects with successful outcomesExceptional communication skills with experience writing technical papers and proposalsCommitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and othersIdentifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation#LI 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 $118,570.00 - USD $128,297.00 /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 VeteransJob SummaryID: 2026-74934Job Location: US-MN-BloomingtonRequired Clearance: SecretCategory: ManufacturingEmployment Type: Full TimeHiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.