Program Manager, Tactical Communications

Company Description

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, our focus extends beyond engineering technology solutions—we are dedicated to cultivating careers. If you seek a purpose-driven career solving some of the world’s most critical problems, alongside some of the brightest engineering minds, your application is welcome. Join a community where your unique perspective propels innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Work Environment: We have On-site and Hybrid positions, this is often dependent on the nature of your role. We offer a variety of options for your work schedule which includes compressed work week options, flexible start times and shut down periods.
• Professional Development: We offer a number of resources and support to help develop your professional toolkit! You should anticipate regular progress reviews as well as access to educational assistance, professional designations and certification support, training and more!
• Total Rewards: Consider it covered—health, dental, and beyond. Early access to a pension plan with various perks to acknowledge your contributions to the organization.

Job Description

We currently have a Program Management opportunity on our International Tactical Communications and Information Systems (TacCIS) Team within our Land and Joint division. This role will be responsible for both capture management and program management for international programs.  The Program Manager will lead a multi-functional team in the proposal phase and execution phase of programs. 

Responsibilities include:

• Plan, monitor, and control the work on the program and maintain overall accountability for the cost, schedule, risk, and profit performance of the assigned portfolio through metrics and techniques
• Ensure compliance for technical and programmatic requirements within program budgets
• Ensure all services and products are completed on time and on budget to customer requirements
• Keep current the Statement of Work, Program Management Plan, and all related program management documents
• Lead program reviews, both internally and with the customer, reporting and providing status of activities on a timely basis
• Act as a point of escalation and resolution for program issues and roadblocks
• Analyze risk (e.g. technical, cost, and schedule), and initiate corrective action
• Lead strategic initiatives to support portfolio growth and longer-term business continuity, including generation of mitigation plans
• Manage the preparation for requests for information (RFI), requests for proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotations (RFQ), and basis of estimates
• Ensure a high-level of customer intimacy and satisfaction
• Manage program resources through liaison with engineering, other program managers, and departments such as Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Contracts, Product teams
• Provide leadership and mentorship to program teams
• Initiate product, service, and process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline required, PMP considered highly desirable
• 5 + years experience in industry, serving as Program Manager on complex projects
• Experience in managing programs according to cost, schedule, and quality commitments
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
• Desire and capability to interact effectively with customers to influence, negotiate, assure a level of intimacy and satisfaction, and grow the assigned portfolio
• Leadership skills including interpersonal skills and collaboration
• Strong writing skills and experience writing program management plans
• Experience in planning techniques and fiscal management
• Capability to provide effective briefings to Senior Management both internally as well as externally within our customer base
• Creative problem solving to contribute to continuous growth and improvement
• Some level of travel may be required with this position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Canadian Security Clearance and a positive Controlled Goods Assessment. Eligibility to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Additional Information

We believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging, encouraging idea sharing at all levels, and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do, we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. We respect diverse opinions, and value the lived experiences each and every one of us bring to our workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via recruitment@gd-ms.ca.