Operations Manager at General Dynamics Mission Systems in Virginia

Job description

• At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what’s possible. Here you’ll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?
• We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.
• Acting as a team lead, the Senior Advanced Manufacturing Planning Specialist will manage all aspects of production and material support on multiple programs, or one large, very complex program. We’ll rely on you to identify costs and bidding/estimating strategies ensuring all cost/schedule risks are clearly identified and understood by management, as well as assist in detailed proposal analysis with proposal management team. You’ll routinely interface with supply chain and suppliers on primary strategies for negotiation and/or problem resolution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lab operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and top-notch equipment maintenance.
• Manage schedules for inspections, testing, calibration, shipping, and validation to keep projects on track.
• Organize tools, equipment, and inventory while maintaining optimal stock levels.
• Act as the key connection between engineering and logistics teams, aligning goals and timelines.
• Lead equipment builds and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Lead manufacturing activities during equipment build periods
• Organize workflows to keep the lab and depot operations running efficiently

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant supervisory experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills to handle diverse responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills to streamline collaboration across teams.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset to tackle challenges head-on.
• You excel at uniting teams and fostering collaboration to achieve shared goals.
• You anticipate challenges and resolve them before they become issues.
• Your attention to detail ensures every task is completed to the highest standard.
• You’re always looking for ways to improve processes and boost efficiency.
• Your leadership inspires others and creates a positive, productive work environment. Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• You consistently displays high performance attributes
• You're a team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• You identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Skills

Required

• Strong communication skills
• Proactive, solution-focused mindset

Preferred

• High performance attributes