Sr. Program Management - Planning and Control in Tipton

The Senior Program Specialist plays a vital role in leading program execution through effective coordination, tracking, and communication across teams and customers. This role enhances day-to-day program management by facilitating progress meetings, monitoring budgets and deliverables, managing risk elements, and ensuring compliance with key reporting and contractual requirements. With a focus on strategic oversight, collaboration, and continuous improvement, the position contributes directly to successful program outcomes and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees worldwide. 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.

What We Offer

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
• Competitive base pay, 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).
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment.
• Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Key Job Elements

• Monitor program performance metrics and support financial and compliance reviews in accordance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements, emphasizing senior oversight.
• Track and manage program issues, budgets, and deliverables to support effective decision-making at a senior level.
• Maintain and organize contractual files, correspondence, and program documentation with a focus on strategic alignment.
• Prepare and monitor action items, minutes, and reports from program meetings for senior leadership review.
• Coordinate and facilitate progress meetings with internal teams and customers, ensuring timely issue resolution and follow-up.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers to support effective contract execution.
• Track and submit Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Contract Change Proposals (CCPs), and other contractual communications with an emphasis on strategic impact.
• Support bid and proposal activities and assist in program planning and reporting with a focus on senior management priorities.
• Develop and deliver program reporting and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Promote continuous process improvement and ensure adherence to all compliance requirements (ITAR/EAR).
• Provide meeting coverage for the Program Manager and support other special assignments as required, demonstrating leadership capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience, including extensive project management experience.
• Ability to respond to customer requirements and manage expectations while ensuring satisfaction at a senior level.
• Customer and detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to plan, analyze, and solve complex problems.
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities, and multi-task under pressure.
• Self-motivated and effective in a multi-disciplinary team, including facilitating discussions and driving strategic initiatives.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to senior management.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience in MS Office applications, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of GDLS Program processes and measurements with a strategic perspective.
• Ability to travel occasionally and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport.

Preferred Qualifications

• EVMS and EVCore experience.
• Familiarity with various functional areas of the business at a strategic level.
• Previous experience working with government contracts.
• Experience creating or maintaining metrics or other performance reports at a senior level.
• Product knowledge and defense industry or military experience.
• Related customer experience with a focus on strategic outcomes.
• PMP designation or working towards.

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

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience and education/training background, in addition to local market comparables and business considerations when extending an offer.

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.