Senior Deputy Program Manager of Engineering for Space Ground

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Deputy Program Manager of Engineering for Space Ground

ID: 2026-74184

US-CO-Boulder

Required Clearance: Secret

Posted Date: 8/12/2026

Category: Engineering-Other

Employment Type: Full Time

Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Clearance Requirements:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required 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.

Responsibilities for this Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Deputy Program Manager Engineering (DPME) to be part of the Space Ground Systems (SGS) team. The DPME will be responsible for providing technical leadership and oversight for complex engineering programs. These responsibilities include ensuring product quality, cost, and schedule management of the engineering team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Program Manager to ensure the successful execution of projects, meeting both technical and business objectives.

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, youll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. You will be responsible for enhancing the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nations fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE (OR HIGHER)

Candidate must be on site in Boulder, CO, one day / week. Other days can be remote.

For Program Planning Events or other events as needed, required on site in Boulder, CO, five days / week (estimated 5-10 instances per year)

Position may also require visits to Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, CO (estimated 5-10 instances per year)

Relocation benefits available

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and direction for engineering programs, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives
• Work collaboratively with the Program Manager to develop and maintain program schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Interface with various business functions (i.e., Legal, Contracts, Finance, and Program Controls) when required to ensure compliance and monitor program plans
• Conduct people activities such as performance management, hiring, headcount management and forecasting, close collaboration with our Learning and Organizational Development team on training and development, and employee recognition
• Lead cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Interface with facilities and limited access area IT to ensure teams have the resources they require
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards, regulations, and company policies
• Interface with customers, stakeholders, and subcontractors to communicate program status and technical issues
• Identify and mitigate risks to program success
• Support business development efforts, including proposal development and customer presentations
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Required Skills:

• Technical expertise in engineering principles and practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with the space domain, especially OPIR
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• PMP certification or an equivalent
• Systems Engineering process
• Defense industry standards and regulations
• AI/ML models

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

• This position is Hybrid/Flex.
• Candidate Must be on site in Boulder, CO, one day / week. Other days can be remote.
• For Program Planning Events or other events as needed, required on site in Boulder, CO, five days / week (estimate 5-10 instances per year)
• May also require visits to Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, CO (estimate 5-10 instances per year)
• Up to 25% travel is expected.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $176,512.00 - USD $187,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

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