Sr Manager, Process Eng (Machining)

General Dynamics Corporation; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Sr Manager, Process Eng (Machining) to lead a team of engineers focused on optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, and plant layouts to meet cost, quality, and schedule goals.

This role requires an associate degree with 7-8 years of experience or equivalent, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong leadership with experience in CAD/CAE tools and process improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 7-8 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Manages and develops a team responsible for the optimization, design, and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, or plants.
• Drives continuous improvement in process design, cost savings, quality, and resource utilization.
• Leads engineering projects, incorporates newest technologies, resolves engineering problems, approves process designs.
• Collaborates with production, quality, and other departments to align engineering solutions with business goals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Data Analysis

Process Engineering

Project Management

Requirements Engineering/Analysis

Statistical Process Control

Product Design

Lean and Six Sigma

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

CAD Software

CAE Software

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Sr Manager, Process Eng (Machining)

US-NE-Lincoln

Job ID: 2026-37407 | Type: Full Time | # of Openings: 1 | Category: Engineering | Location: Lincoln, NE (Main Plant)

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!

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 and develops a team responsible for the optimization, design, and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, or plants.
• Drives continuous improvement in process design, cost savings, quality, and resource utilization.
• Utilized process metrics to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Leads engineering projects, incorporates newest technologies, resolves engineering problems, approves process designs.
• Collaborates with production, quality, and other departments to align engineering solutions with business goals.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & Senior Leadership.

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. CAD Software. Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Software. Continuous Improvement. Equipment Evaluation. Mathematical Modeling. Process Engineering. Process Mapping. Project Management. Requirements Engineering/Analysis. Statistical Process Control.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma
• Knowledge of Product Design
• Knowledge of Data Analysis

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• May need to stand for long 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.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• May need to stand for long 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.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.