Engineering Project Lead & Release Manager

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred 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.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Project Lead and Release Manager on the Rescue 21 program, you will work closely with a diverse engineering team, the program management office, as well as our call center and field support representatives to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of all projects and tasks. Your main responsibilities will include proposing, planning, executing, and delivering project deliverables.  This entails defining objectives, creating schedules, and collaborating among stakeholders and ensure projects stay within scope, budget, and schedule.  Additionally, you will monitor project progress, mitigate risks, and uphold quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Proven communication skills
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to motivate a team
• Ability to resolve conflict and handle some negotiations
• Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments
• Proficient in project management
• Has the ability to apply or develop highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts
• Fully proficient understanding of company policies and practices
• Fully proficient understanding of engineering processes and practices
• Fully proficient planning and organization skills
• Fully proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of tools and Microsoft Project
• Proficient knowledge of various project life cycles including agile
• Fully proficient ability to communicate issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Fully proficient ability to easily and effectively communicate project topics to a diverse audience
• Fully proficient ability to clearly report relevant information
• Ability to understand and apply project leadership principles including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls for complex programs
• Fully proficient ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill needs

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

 
Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site, OR Hybrid/Flex.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Scottsdale, AZ campus (https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/scottsdale).

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At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran