Senior Project Manager

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required 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 required within a reasonable period of time. 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.

Undersea Mission Solutions, a business area within the General Dynamics Mission Systems company, is a high-tech business focusing on undersea acoustics and communications, software and hardware system integration, cutting-edge research and development, and manufacturing. We deliver architectures, designs, testing, and production of the current and next generation torpedo guidance and control systems for the Department of Defense providing the warfighter with advanced capabilities in target detection, acquisition, and prosecution. We are a technology leader in numerous areas including technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; guidance; cybersecurity; and high reliability systems.

Job Description: 

• Assist with managing cost, schedule, and technical performance of programs to ensure project contractual work products are delivered on time and within budget.
• Manages subcontracts for critical components supplied by GDMS partners.
• Provide for an additional program interface with customers and the internal engineering and manufacturing operations team.
• Assists with the development of the performance measurement baseline and monitors execution, including establishment of and routine reporting on the technical performance, financial status, and program risks and issues.
• Assists the Program Manager by drafting the monthly Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) in coordination with inputs from Control Account Managers.
• Identifies program problems and issues, and coordinates with the Program Manager, functional managers and customers to obtain solutions.
• Reviews reports and briefings prepared by staff for quality and compliance to contract requirements.
• Provides oversight and management of supplementary technical instructions from the customer.
• Supports execution of program reviews (quarterly travel anticipated).
• Prepares and delivers formal briefings.
• Complies with quality assurance and security procedures in the performance of duties.

Requires

• Demonstrated project leadership in a related engineering development and/or production program for integrated hardware and software systems with a high degree of complexity. 
• Knowledgeable of defense contracting and finance, including Earned Value (EIA-748).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Experienced with MS Office and related software applications.

Workplace Options:

• This position is ON-SITE in Canonsburg, PA
• A hybrid work schedule may be available but will require a minimum of 3 days per week on-site.

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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