Job Summary: 

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Programs Manager I to join our St. Petersburg, FL team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS in Bothell offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.

Summary: 

Plans, monitors and manages internal programs from initiation through completion. Leads or coordinates programs, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, troubleshooting and indirect people management. Monitors performance and recommends schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions. Responsibilities are within the Project Management Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines.

• 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: 

• Assocaite's Degree OR Equivalent Combination of Relevent Education &/ or Experience 
• 0-3 years experience relevant to the positions functional area

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Business

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Ability to develop and mentor others
• Management skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships
• Detail oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Project management skills

Other Requirements: 

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• 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
• Less than 25% travel likely

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.