Deputy Program Manager of Operations - Cullman, AL

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As a Deputy Program Manager of Operations (DPMO) for General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) Precision Structures & Optics (PSO), you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for leading and/or assisting in complex problem solving, along with developing solutions, providing status to management, creating a positive work environment, and leading initiatives to increase throughput and capacity. At GDMS we manufacture Beryllium products for use in the most demanding applications, across the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Our products are used in high performance sensing systems for targeting and acquisition, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, and are hardened for the battlefield environment.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

Develops and implements product strategies and road-maps for a specific target product

Analyzes markets and drives/maintains product acceptance in the market by integrating the

work of research and development, manufacturing, marketing, sales, and service functions to solve market problems to meet corporate business objectives relating to revenue, margin, quality, and time-to-market to meet corporate business objectives relating to revenue, margin, quality, and time-to-market

Interfaces with customer to gain and maintain market specific knowledge and understanding of product use in the field to formulate their requirements in a Market / Product Requirements Document

Works with marketing team in activities related to the products including competitive

analysis and pricing, product requirements, development of marketing materials, and analysis of market trends

Provides guidance and assistance to sales in selling the product

Responsible for product configurations and data sheets

Uses proposal plans and strategies to develop, define, and implement cohesive, integrated

program, subcontractor, and material plans that achieve overall current and long-term

objectives of the program, business unit, and division

Develops WBS and WBS dictionary as baseline for scope definition and effective integrated

cost/schedule management of the project

Authorizes the work, organizes interdepartmental activities and tracks work accomplished to baseline plans to ensure rate of work completion is sufficient to meet schedules

Conducts reviews to drill down into issues on products, project and suppliers, identify risks,

develop corrective actions, and communicate issues, impacts and corrective actions to project teams

Enhance operational efficiency to reduce costs and improve product quality

Works with the engineering and operations team to ensure appropriate alignment of resources to attain product/project goals

Forecasts product/project completion as required based on performance trends

Develop and track key performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement

Supports customers and suppliers on technical questions regarding the project/product(s)

Leads team to identify and quantify risks and opportunities; leads risk mitigation /

opportunity capture activities

Balances product/project plans, risks, and opportunities with executable strategies to meet

technical requirements and budgets

Identifies scope changes and develops product/project positions for equitable cost and

schedule adjustments

Responsible for the profit and loss of products/projects

Develops and executes proposal plans and strategies

Develops customer relationships and develops new business within the market/project

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of chemical processes and their applications in aerospace manufacturing

Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management

Proficient in using metrics and data analysis to drive decision-making and process improvements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with customers and team members

Ability to provide guidance and support to manufacturing personnel

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Our Commitment to You:

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning a development

Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security

Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)

Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

Workplace Options:

This position is fully on-site

While on-site, you will be a part of the Cullman, AL facility

Target salary range: USD $93,014.00/Yr. - USD $100,644.00/Yr. 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.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or

Master's degree plus a minimum of 0 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

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.