Product Manager - Tracked Vehicle Development

Tracked Vehicle Product Manager - Development

The Domestic Tracked Product Manager - Development is a leadership position responsible for training, development, organization, direction, and guidance to employees executing our legacy vehicle development. The portfolio consists of current domestic vehicle platform engineering development projects. The candidate will lead and manage a team of engineers in roles such as product managers, project leads, and chief engineers.

Company Information:

General Dynamics is a Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company with over 90,000 employees worldwide. General Dynamics Land Systems delivers core engineering and manufacturing capabilities for military vehicles, focusing on continuous improvement to reduce costs and enhance safety. We work with the US Armed Forces and Allies to maintain vehicle relevance and capability in dynamic threat environments.

Onsite or Hybrid:

• This is an on-site role, comprising of 100% on-site.

What We Offer:

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay rewarding performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (Every other Friday off)
• Ongoing learning opportunities in a diverse, inclusive environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, updated fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities:

• Train and develop direct reports
• Manage departmental workload and performance actions
• Work with program office, manufacturing, QA/SQA, and SCM to resolve production issues
• Represent the department to GDLS leadership and customers
• Review and approve engineering bids within the portfolio
• Conduct performance management activities
• Provide guidance in:
• Executing project plans and schedules
• Establishing funding mechanisms
• Maintaining project manpower demand
• Utilize problem reporting metrics to monitor project performance
• Lead engineering RCCA activities for production issues
• Communicate direction to stakeholders delivering technical products
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems preferred)
• MBA/MS a plus
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience
• Project Management experience required
• Ability to establish and maintain effective customer relationships
• Experience leading teams
• Experience in complex systems design and integration
• Proven leadership skills
• Ability to assess technical risk and develop mitigation plans
• Excellent analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent business acumen and negotiating skills
• Ability to travel as needed

Additional Information:

• This position requires eligibility for a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)

GDLS considers factors such as position scope/responsibilities, candidate experience, education/training background, market comparability, and business considerations when extending an offer.