Specialist Product Management

General Dynamics Land Systems; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems in Ohio seeks an intermediate-level Project Manager to coordinate and oversee manufacturing products and production programs, including new lines and changes, ensuring cost, schedule and technical performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or related field, 3–5 years of experience, and the ability to obtain a US Secret clearance. You will work with Division PM, Production, Quality, Finance, Planning and customers to execute plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business or other relevant field of study is required.
• 3-5 years relevant experience; extensive experience may be considered in lieu.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain DOD Secret security clearance; US citizenship required.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, computer) are required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee assigned products/projects, including new, additional, and/or unique manufacturing product lines and production programs.
• Develop cost estimates and schedules; participate in contract definition interpretation and negotiation; determine facility, equipment, tooling, and manpower requirements.
• Coordinate major changes to product lines/projects and manufacturing programs to meet performance requirements.
• Serve as liaison between Division Program management, Production, Quality, Finance, Planning, Supply Chain and customers to ensure successful plan execution.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative technologies and processes and coordinate resources to meet project requirements.
• Monitor cost and schedule performance per EVMS where applicable.
• Assist in plant capability analysis and development of new business prospects.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Time management

Independence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

This challenging, intermediate-level position offers the successful candidate opportunities for career growth while performing the following duties:

• Coordinate and oversee assigned products/projects, including the implementation of new, additional, and/or unique manufacturing product lines and production programs.
• Responsible for cost estimate development, schedule development, participation in contract definition interpretation and negotiation, facility, equipment, tooling and manpower requirements.
• Coordinate major changes to product lines/projects and manufacturing programs to ensure technical, cost and schedule performance requirements are met.
• Function as the liaison between Division Program management, Production, Quality, Finance, Planning, Supply Chain and customers to ensure successful product line/project plan execution.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams to implement innovative technologies and processes and coordinate facility, processes, and resources necessary to meet specific project or program requirements.
• Monitor, when applicable, cost and schedule performance in accordance with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Participate in the analysis of plant capabilities and development of new business prospects.

Position Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business or other relevant field of study required.
• 3-5 years relevant experience; extensive experience with product and processes may be considered in lieu
• Must be at least 18 years of age and a US Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain / maintain DOD Secret security clearance
• Project management experience preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated proficiency in communication skills (written, verbal, computer) required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight preferred
• Excellent time and organization management skills desired
• Ability to work collaboratively in a teaming environment to support customer and manufacturing requirements

Working Conditions & Environment

• This position requires working in both office and manufacturing floor environments.
• Requires ability to work in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, adhesives and in areas with a high noise volume.
• Use of ladders and stairs
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Working in both hot and cold environments.