Program Representative

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Program Representative to support the certification of state-of-the-art submarines for the U.S. Navy. The role focuses on digital governance, milestones, and cross-functional collaboration within the Digital Enterprise program.

You will contribute to planning, execution, and reporting to leadership while interfacing with IT, suppliers, and customers. The position requires strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational abilities, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of work experience in Planning, Operations, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Design and Engineering, Sustainment, Change or Program Office.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Managing execution of future programs digital milestones and key decisions.
• Developing and maintaining project plans.
• Leading and managing DE Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) to completion.
• Developing and maintaining metrics, diagrams, etc. in support of program needs.
• Drive innovation into the EB culture & work processes.
• Develop and deliver presentations to upper level management, customers, and business partners.
• Interface with the IT organization, cognizant business areas, and external partners and customers to drive initiatives forward.
• Writing letters, memos, and/or formal meeting minutes.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Project management

Technical writing

PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

General Dynamics Electric Boat, a leader in naval innovation, is seeking a passionate Program Representative to contribute to the certification of state-of-the-art submarines for the U.S. Navy. Be part of a dynamic team, drive technological advancements, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of maritime defense.

Electric Boat (EB) is growing its Digital Enterprise implemented in support of the COLUMBIA and VIRGINIA Programs. EB’s Digital Enterprise is the set of digital tools, processes and procedures which utilizes, but is not limited to, Siemens Teamcenter Product Lifecycle Management and NX CAD for the design, planning, material procurement, construction, certification, and maintenance of our submarines. EB continues to define, refine, and execute its strategy to enhance and transform its Digital Enterprise and maintain our position of being an industry leader in Digital for shipbuilding.

The Digital Enterprise (DE) Program Office is searching for a highly-motivated problem solver, with a passion for innovation and project management as a Digital Enterprise Program Representative within either the Planning Value Stream, Supply Chain Value Stream, Sustainment Value Stream, Design Disclosure and Change Value Stream, Test, Quality, and Certification Value Stream, and Digital Data Quality.

The primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Managing execution of future programs digital milestones and key decisions
• Developing and maintaining project plans
• Leading and managing DE Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) to completion
• Developing and maintaining metrics, diagrams, etc. in support of program needs
• Drive innovation into the EB culture & work processes
• Develop and deliver presentations to upper level management, customers, and business partners
• Interface with the Information Technology (IT) organization, cognizant business areas, and external business partners and customers to drive initiatives forward
• Writing letters, memos, and/or formal meeting minutes

The ideal candidate has experience in project management and is seeking an opportunity to steer the program’s digital direction; formal calculations are not a primary responsibility in this position. They will also have a high-level understanding of design/build/sustainment processes and be able to think strategically while acting tactically to execute multiple projects concurrently. The candidate will be customer-focused and must have strong problem solving skills, writing/presentation skills, and organizational skills and be able to clearly communicate with all levels of the organization within Electric Boat and our external partners and customers, including Newport News Shipbuilding and the Navy. The successful applicant should be a self-starter, who takes initiative and will drive issues to resolution.

Electric Boat offers Flexible Work Arrangements that allows some work to be performed remotely at home. This varies from position to position based on the amount of classified material the department interacts with a well as a few other variables like in-person meetings. Please ask for more details on how it applies to this opening during discussions with the department.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of work experience in Planning, Operations, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Design and Engineering, Sustainment, Change or Program Office
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience leading teams with schedule deadlines and technical product deliverables.
• Understanding of resource-based scheduling and planning tools.
• Experience in technical writing and presentations.
• Experience with design and engineering, planning, material procurement, construction, certification, and/or maintenance processes.

Skills

• Detail oriented with computer software experience and possesses strong communication, technical, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint.
• Self-starter capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.