Software Asset Management Support Specialist
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Pittsfield, MA
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience).
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: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.
Responsibilities for this Position
Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? Then make a career move that makes an impact at 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 and everything in between. Utilizing your creativity and innovative engineering skills, you’ll participate in engineering teams supporting experiment design, materials, equipment setup and maintenance and related issues as well as perform research and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, troubleshooting and repairing of devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems. You’ll also provide technical expertise to customers, users or company personnel either at domestic or international field sites.
The Software Asset Management (SAM) Project Specialist is responsible for managing program specific software assets throughout their lifecycle, ensuring compliance, optimizing license utilization, and supporting procurement processes. This role requires strong organizational skills, stakeholder engagement, and attention to detail to maintain accurate software inventory records and support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Track, manage, and reconcile software licenses, entitlements, subscriptions, and renewals to optimize utilization
- Maintain accurate software inventory records in SAM tools (e.g., Maximo/Teams)
- Support compliance audits and remediation activities to improve the organization's software compliance
- Generate timely reports on software usage, compliance trends, and optimization opportunities
- Manage software request processes and provide effective support to internal stakeholders
- Assist with procurement activities, including vendor communications, quote requests, and creation of engineering instructions (EI) for purchase order processing
- Collaborate with Supply Chain Management (SCM) and program teams for efficient software lifecycle management
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings and deliver presentations on SAM initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years' experience in Software Asset Management or related roles
- Experience with software license models and compliance management
- Proficiency with Microsoft suite, generative AI and data management tools
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
- Self-motivated with ability to prioritize work according to business needs
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Business Administration, or related field
- Prior experience in IT procurement processes
- Understanding of software publisher licensing agreements (e.g., Microsoft, Red Hat, VMware)
Expected Outcomes
- Improved software compliance posture and audit readiness
- Streamlined software management processes supporting organizational efficiency
- Accurate, timely software inventory and reporting
- Optimized software license utilization and cost management
What you’ll experience:
- Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered
What sets you apart:
- Shows initiative and professionally executes projects with little direction
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
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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.Combined Salary Range
USD $74,714.00 - USD $80,842.00 /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
About the Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, employees share a common mission to be a trusted partner to the U.S. defense, intelligence and homeland security communities.
Whether you're working on the internal systems of a new ship strategic to the U.S. Navy's role in keeping sea lanes open, developing a camera system for the U.S. Army to protect our forces or helping the Department of Homeland Security coordinate defense against and response to cyber attacks, you'll share a sense of duty and patriotism common to all General Dynamics employees.
When you join General Dynamics, you'll become part of a culture that nurtures innovation. We encourage our professionals to challenge the conventional way of doing things. And we motivate our employees to solve tough customer problems by promoting and sharing new ideas.
Join a team that's dedicated to what matters most. Build your career at General Dynamics today.
General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics. Headquartered in Falls Church, Va., General Dynamics employs approximately 91,000 people worldwide. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies.