Programs Manager II

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL); Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Career development programs

Work/life balance benefits

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems is seeking a Programs Manager II in Saint Petersburg, FL. This role involves managing DoD ammunition production programs and collaborating across departments to meet strategic goals, while ensuring compliance with organizational regulations.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate's Degree along with relevant experience or a Bachelor's Degree. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management certifications are preferred. Join a team that values integrity and collaboration, offering comprehensive benefits, including healthcare and career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in project/program management and collaboration across departments.
• Strong analytical skills for program effectiveness evaluation.
• Ability to manage P&L responsibilities for programs.

Responsibilities

• Provides program support for DoD ammunition production programs.
• Manages projects from initiation through completion.
• Supervises program staff to ensure compliance and standards.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Earned Value Management (EVM) experience

Knowledge of munitions and military systems

Education

Associate's Degree with 2-4 years' experience

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Programs Manager II

Job Locations: US-FL-St Petersburg

Requisition ID: 2026-36481

Position Type: Full Time

Position Classification: On‑Site

Job Function: Project/Program Management

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters.

Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success – fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high‑performance team!

Job Summary

Provides program support for DoD ammunition/munition production programs through working collaboratively across different departments to manage projects/programs from initiation through completion, meet financial revenue, operating efficiency, and strategic goals, as well as regulatory requirements. Keeps all stakeholders informed of developments on the projects/programs covering the full range of the program's life cycle.

We are currently recruiting for Program Manager II and Program Manager III opportunities. Candidates who apply to these postings will be considered for either level based on their qualifications, relevant experience, interview assessment, and Total Rewards evaluations.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
• Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
• Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
• Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Has P&L responsibilities for a specific program.
• Implements and administers one or more corporate programs, typically consisting of multiple programs or sub-programs.
• Executes programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
• Participates in all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
• Promotes the program throughout the organization and tracks utilization.
• Supervises the work of program or project staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
• Evaluates program effectiveness by collecting and analyzing data in support of key performance metrics.
• Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
• Provides reports and updates to senior management or other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business degree preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant project management certifications. Earned Value Management (EVM) experience. Professional contracting certifications at the state or national levels. Working knowledge of munitions: associated platforms, strategic and tactical systems, and military munitions/platform interface requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate‑controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at‑will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.