Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist (PPM / EVM) ID: 2024-62292
USA-AZ-Scottsdale USA-Telework-Telework
Required Clearance: No clearance
Posted Date: 3/24/2024
Category: Program/Project Management
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years relevant experience. Applicants selected may 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

Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, its often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, its waiting for you right now, right here. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. Utilizing your seasoned team building skills, the Sr Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist (PPM / EVM) will utilize required experiences with an integrated performance management, schedule management, or subject matter expert focus. Essentially, youll lead a team in contract/program cost and/or schedule development and management/analysis for developing engineering programs for critical major components, or production or logistics programs for a large custom subsystems or small total systems. The scope of the programs will have a contract value typically at $20-50M per year, with total program value of $50-300M. Youll lead the development of the program cost and/or schedule baselines within the contract parameters, the analysis of program performance (historical and predictive), the monitoring of the contract/program estimate at completion, and the review of results and recommendations to program teams.

The ideal candidate would have for following skillset:

Strong organizational, analysis, and time management skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to multi-task high priorities

Identifies and set priorities for a team

Advanced user in EVMS, PPM and/or scheduling tools and principles

Effective team leader and team builder

Leads proposal activities (WBS Development, IMP/IMS development)

Demonstrates strong professional written and oral communications

Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting with a wide variety of people

Coordinates a geographically dispersed and frequently virtual team

Strong experience with DCMA audits

Domain knowledge in program and/or product life cycle, material management, financial processes, and contracting structure

Strong experience in defense or federal contracting

Strong experience working with program teams across multiple geographic locations

Interfaces with internal leadership to include Program Management and Business Unit leaders, Finance, Contracts, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing

Regular interaction with external customers and vendors

Due to the nature of work performed, U.S. citizenship is required

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years relevant experience
• Advanced user in EVMS, PPM and/or scheduling tools and principles
• Experience in coordination of program requirements across planning stages with several subcontractors across distinct product lines
• Exceptional experience with DCMA audits

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

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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 $126,577.80 - USD $136,961.10 /Yr. Company Overview

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 worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats 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

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

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