Deputy Project Manager Production (DPMO)

Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience, plus minimum 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degreeCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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 General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Deputy Program Manager of Operations (DPMO). The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation’s fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:Coordinates and performs more complex cross functional tasks in support of the operations/manufacturing organizationMay lead the development of more complex manufacturing and operations plans, schedules, and facilitates assigned projectsWill be the primary point of contact to Program Management, the program IPT Will represent the organization as the prime production/manufacturing contact on contracts and projects and proposalsWill be the primary point of contact for cost/schedule performance and resource data managementWill coordinate all manufacturing activity to achieve 100% on time deliveryMaintains capital equipment and overhead budget requirementsPrepares complex departmental reports, purchases, requests, and training and development plans and other data as requiredReviews design work requiring independent evaluation, selection, application of standard engineering techniques and proceduresWorks the application of standard engineering principles and methods to the solution of process/production problemsMay represent manufacturing on preliminary and critical design reviews led by engineeringCoordinates designs with manufacturing engineering to ensure the practicality of the design and assists in the solution of production difficulties encountered in manufacturingDirects work and offers technical direction and mentoring to lower level specialists and techniciansMay review and approve specifications and drawings for technical accuracy and content as applicableImplements new manufacturing systems including generating supporting operational documentation under the direction of an engineerAssists engineering in the evaluation of new manufacturing systemsInterfaces with engineering departments, quality control, manufacturing, purchasing or other groups as required in order to complete project plansWorks independently in following general outlines of assignmentsRequires only minimal supervision and very little technical assistanceNormally works under the guidance of an operations manager, senior engineer or project leaderMay interface with external customers including DCMAKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Requires intense concentration to assure accurate completion of technical assignmentsRequires multi-tasking abilities without losing focus to complete priority assignmentsRequires the ability to research technical problems and summarize technical information as it applies to the given taskRequires the ability to plan, schedule and execute workGrasps and applies new information quickly; handles more complex assignmentsShows initiative on assignments, and professionally executes projects with little directionDirects the efforts of technicians and associates as needed to complete special assignmentsMentors others on the teamFully proficient ability to present technical information to peers using written and verbal approachesFully proficient computer skillsManufacturing Background Strongly PreferredEVMS Certification will be required. Can be obtained during eimployment. 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 $100,219.00 - USD $108,440.00 /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: 2026-75320Job Location: US-MA-PittsfieldRequired Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirementsCategory: ManufacturingEmployment Type: Full TimeHiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.