Strategic Systems Master Scheduler - P6

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant work 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.

Responsibilities for this Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a . 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:
This position is responsible for utilizing required experiences with an integrated performance management, schedule management, or subject matter expert focus
Leads teams across multiple programs in the contract/program cost and/or schedule development and management/analysis for advanced developing engineering programs for large subsystems or small total systems, or production or logistics programs for major total systems
Scope is programs with contract value typically greater than $50M per year, with total program value greater than $200M
The analyst will lead the development of the program cost and/or schedule baseline within the contract parameters, the analysis of program performance (historical and predictive), the monitoring of the forecasted completion data, and reviewing results with and making recommendations to program teams
Mentors and trains team members
Serves as the subject matter expert in the guidance and mentoring of program teams and Program Performance Management (PPM) staff in program management tools and processes
Builds and leads a team in the development of the time-phased budget to meet all contract and program objectives and support the integration of cost and schedule data
Leads analysis of program performance data, prepare historical and predictive measures, and drive program teams to make proactive decisions
Advanced analysis of subcontractor and material data and communication of impact to customer data
Advanced analysis in the contract/program Estimate At Complete (EAC), Management Reserve, risk and opportunity management
Prepares and presents accurate and timely program review documents to executive leadership and customers
Partners with other functions in the integration of contract/program risk/opportunity, Management Reserve, and Estimated at Complete for business financial commitment analysis and reporting
Leads the reconciliation of program data with latest contract modifications
Applies key areas of the Program Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) to develop executable processes for supported programs and lead program teams in their implementation
Defines requirements to solve common business problems
Fosters an environment of trust and teamwork: build collaborative relationships, internally and externally
Interfaces with multiple IPT leads and PMs across multiple major geographic locations
Responsible for coordination and accuracy of timely program deliverables
Mentors teams in ensuring EVMS compliance through audits
Recognized as subject matter expert in program management skills
Communicates professionally and effectively with team members and customers
Leads multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Supports other programs with expertise during critical time frames
Acts as change agent; challenge the status quo
Leads the team in the development of the IMP and IMS integrated with the budget to meet all proposal, contract, and program objectives
Ensures advanced schedule techniques (health and quality checks, resource loading, critical path analysis, and risk analysis) are applied effectively to drive proactive decisions
Integrates lower level schedules into a master program schedule
Ensures major projects and program schedules are horizontally and vertically integrated and resolves network logic conflicts
Creates and analyzes program milestone charts
Mentors Planners in planning and scheduling best practice
Assesses industry changes and impacts to PPM policies and procedures related to EVMS and scheduling
Creates and manages WBS, IMP/IMS for proposals
Defines requirements and leads efforts to automate processes to solve common business problems
Manages the design of tests to evaluate new EVMS and/or scheduling tools, analyzes test results, and makes recommendations to support operational improvement
Manages the incorporation of new EVMS and/or scheduling tools
Manages tool re-design to improve performance
Trains analysts in the EVMS and schedule tools
Serves as a senior resource to other analysts in developing solutions that meet complex business requirements
Acts as change agent; challenges the status quo
Manages process changes to improve overall efficiency of program performance management function


KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated ability to serve as organization manager backup
Ability to travel across geographic locations on limited notice for proposals and programs
Identifies and sets priorities for a team
Creative problem solving
Effective team leader and team builder
Leads proposal activities (WBS Development, IMP/IMS development)
Demonstrated organizational, analysis, and time management skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to multi-task high priorities
Demonstrates professional written and oral communications
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting with a wide variety of people
Coordinates with multiple IPT leads and PMs across multiple geographic locations
Thrives in an environment of ambiguity
If Integrated Master Planner focus, PMI Scheduling Professional Certification preferred
In addition, 5 years of demonstrated leadership of teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, to include Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Demonstrated expertise in EVMS and/or scheduling tools.
Effective team builder for large, complex program(s) with an EVMS requirement
Demonstrated experience in coordination of unprecedented program requirements across planning stages with several subcontractors and distinct product lines
Subject matter expert in EVMS and/or scheduling best practices
Domain expertise in program and/or product life cycle, material management, financial processes, and contracting structure
Demonstrated experience with DCMA and DCAA audits
Expertise in defense or federal contracting
General understanding of government procurement cycle
Effective negotiation and conflict resolution
Demonstrated experience in aligning & engaging team members to the company and department vision, strategy, and goals
Interfaces with internal leadership to include Program Management and senior leadership, Finance, Contracts, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing
Regular interaction with external customers and vendors
May represent GDMS at government / industry meetings and on joint industry/government committees
Due to the nature of work performed, U.S. citizenship is required
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

PREFERRED DEGREE TYPES AND EXPERIENCE:

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
None. 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.

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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 $162,607.00 - USD $175,946.00 /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