Deputy Program Manager -Abrams Production Programs

At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the men and women who serve, drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.
What We Offer:
Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%) no vesting period
• Educational Assistance up to 10k per year
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

What to Expect with this role:
This position is for the Deputy Program Manager (DPM) for Abrams production programs (FMS/Domestic). reporting to the Program Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily program activities, and ensuring the development, production, delivery and sustainment of vehicle systems all while working in a fast paced, complex, ever changing environment.
Responsibilities

• Partner with the Program Manager to oversee daily program execution, including production schedules, engineering milestones, and testing phases for combat vehicle systems.
• Track and report earned value metrics (e.g., CPI, SPI) to monitor program performance, ensuring cost, schedule, risk and scope alignment with contractual requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams—i.e. engineering, trade compliance, finance, manufacturing, SCM and quality assurance—to meet DoD deadlines and specifications.
• Manage resource allocation, risk mitigation, and issue resolution to maintain program momentum and compliance with Secret-level security protocols.
• Prepare detailed status reports and briefings for internal leadership and government stakeholders, including EVMS (Earned Value Management System) data.
• Lead daily stand-ups, resolving operational bottlenecks, and representing the program in their absence.
• Deliver an exceptional Customer experience
• • Delivering on our promises,
  • Meet the customers “want” with high-quality and reliable performance, timely and helpful responses
  • Set high expectations and standards.
• Ensure adherence to ITAR, FAR/DFARS regulations, and company security policies for classified materials and processes.
• Support contract negotiations, change orders, and program reviews with DoD clients or prime contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of program management experience in defense manufacturing, ideally with combat vehicle systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) and EVMS tools (e.g., EVCore, MS Project).
• Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, MIL-STD compliance, and combat vehicle production lifecycles.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with experience briefing senior leadership or government officials.
• PMP certification or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Key Competencies

• Precision in daily operational oversight
• Analytical mindset for cost and schedule tracking
• Leadership under pressure
• Security and compliance focus
• Be accountable
• Represent all aspects of GDLS with all Customers.

Additional Information / Desired Experience

• This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required Works well in team and individually
• Must be able to work evening and/or weekend overtime as required.