Sr Manager, Engineer Projects

General Dynamics Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

General Dynamics Corporation is seeking a Sr Manager for Engineer Projects in Niceville, FL. This role involves managing engineering project managers and ensuring projects are completed on time and within quality standards.

Applicants should have an Associate’s Degree with 7-8 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination. Proficiency in project management and leadership skills is essential for effective collaboration with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years' experience in engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising diverse engineering teams.
• Proficient in leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the organization’s portfolio of engineering projects.
• Develop and implement project management practices and methodologies.
• Oversee engineering projects, ensuring they meet quality and timelines.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Engineering Project Management

Project Management

Oral and Written Communication Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical project management

Computer-aided engineering (CAE) software

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing IAW ASME Y14.5

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Sr Manager, Engineer Projects

Location: Niceville, FL (US-FL-Niceville)

Job ID: 2026-36368 | Type: Full Time | Openings: 1 | Category: Engineering

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 product segments across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters. Our ethos of honesty, trust, transparency, and alignment guides everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is core, and collaboration is key. We offer a robust total rewards package including compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, work/life benefits, career development, and recognition programs.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Manages professional employees and/or supervisors
• Must have at least one professional expert or one supervisor as a direct report
• Has accountability for the performance and results of a team within own area of specialty
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges
• Decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures and department plan; receives guidance from manager
• Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Manages the organization’s portfolio of engineering projects through a team of Engineering Project Managers.
• Develops and implements project management practices, processes, methodologies, and metrics.
• Oversees engineering projects, identifies expected outcomes, establishes timelines, and assigns project staff.
• Reviews reports detailing project status and presents updates to project stakeholders.
• Ensures projects are completed on time, within established quality standards, and in compliance with design specifications.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate’s Degree and 7-8 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
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Leadership Skills, Engineering Project Management, Project Management, Oral and Written Communication Skills.
• Analytical thinking, design review, project engineering, resource planning, technical project management, computer‑aided engineering (CAE) software, project management software.
• Manage all technical aspects of multiyear ordnance production program(s).
• Provide leadership and guidance to a multidisciplinary engineering team, including project engineers, test engineers, and other technical staff, ensuring effective collaboration and achieving project goals.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising diverse engineering teams, with a focus on managing performance, fostering professional development, and maintaining alignment with organizational objectives.
• Work collaboratively in an IPT with other functions and customer representatives.
• Serve as primary technical interface for customers and suppliers, working closely with technical counterparts.
• Support risk management activities.
• Strong understanding of ordnance production and testing.
• Have an understanding of test systems (digital data acquisition test systems).
• Proficient in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing IAW ASME Y14.5.
• Broad experience in manufacturing technology for aerospace and defense products.
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills including statistical analysis.

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

• 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.

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.

If you require assistance or an accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email [e-mail] or call: 727-578-8295. Please note this contact information is for those requesting a reasonable accommodation while applying for a job, because of a covered disability. General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.