Senior Principal Deputy Program Manager Engineering

Responsibilities for this Position

Senior Principal Deputy Program Manager Engineering

ID: 2026-74907

US-MN-Bloomington

Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements

Posted Date: 9/14/2026

Category: Engineering-Systems

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 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

Clearance Requirements:

Ability to obtain a 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

Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced theyre often classified. Thats what youll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here youll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, its time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems.

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 space and everything in between.

As a Senior Deputy PM Engineer, youll plan, authorize and monitor engineering work by managing a team of top talent. Youll ensure that the total system is integrated, tested and verified while keeping your team motivated and focused on project goals. Its an exceptional challenge and for a true leader, its an equally exceptional opportunity.

What youll experience:

• Technologies that arent just top-notch, theyre often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring whats next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as its discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelors of Science in Engineering, a related specialized area or field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
• Substantial leadership skills and proven team building and motivation skills
• Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments

What sets you apart:

• Skilled at applying and executing highly advanced technologies, principles, theories and concepts
• Strong ability to lead, mentor, and motivate experienced technical staff
• High level of proficiency in project management
• Through proactive leadership, creates an environment where the impact of technology on the business is clearly recognized
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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 $200,704.00 - USD $211,679.00 /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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