Engineering Project Management Lead

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Date Posted:

Apr 15, 2024
Category: Engineering
Requisition ID: 12375
Career Level: Senior
Remote Work Options: Hybrid
Clearance Type: Ability to obtain security clearance

This is an exciting and crucial role to the success of Stryker Production. In this role one will need to listen, anticipate, collaborate, plan, follow up and follow through on various activities supporting the Stryker Production Contract.
Company Information:
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
Hybrid or onsite:
Due to the nature of the work, this can require an on-site presence up to 100%
What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
401k Match (6%)
Educational Assistance
9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
Onsite cafeteria, fitness center, and outdoor fitness track
Position Responsibilities:

Leading the team through the evaluation, prioritization and resolution of problem reports in alignment with the needs of the Stryker Production Program to maintain on-time delivery of vehicles to the customer.
Ensuring high quality corrective actions are developed, validated, and approved through the GDLS change and validation process.
Planning for and managing of individual projects that pose a significant risk to the production program.
Providing oversight to ESIP team members executing projects within agreed upon scope, schedule, and budget.
Facilitating technical communication to other functional organizations (PMO, SCM, M&CS, Finance, etc.) as necessary to ensure successful problem resolution and collaboration.
Identification and elevation of risks to Engineering Leadership and Program Office in a timely manner.
Develop and present executive level summaries to various levels of GDLS leadership, and the Customer.
Forecasting and review of engineering demand working on ESIP efforts.
Maintenance of metrics for monitoring project performance.
Leading proposal and contracting activities as required for Engineering areas of responsibility.
Facilitating and maintaining strong and collaborative relationships with:

The Stryker Customer
The manufacturing facilities
Other functional organizations with in GDLS

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical, manufacturing or computer engineering preferred.

Other technical & business degrees will be considered with relevant experience.
Advanced/additional degree in business administration a plus.

15+ years relevant experience in the engineering/defense industries.

Less years may be considered based on advanced degrees.

Demonstrated project engineering and/or program experience.
Proven experience in technical interface with customers and ability to lead multi-functional teams.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
Organizational capabilities to direct and lead others in a team based and collaborative environment.
Analytical skills and ability to direct and consult on technical issues and corrective actions.
Willing to travel (domestic and/or foreign) as needed.
Proficiency in Windows OS & Microsoft Office with adequate computer skills to manage the development of presentations and other methods of media display.
Knowledge of business finances, Earned Value Management System (EVMS), scheduling tools, and critical path analysis.
Significant experience with US Government programs
Knowledge of GDLS products, processes, and capabilities
GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience and education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com.General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems’ equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform.General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems (“GDLS”) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans..If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Sterling Heights,MI,United States
Program/Project Management

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