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Sr Director, Programs

General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems

Scranton, Pennsylvania

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Management, Business Plan, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Detail Oriented, Disciplinary Action, Establish Priorities, Identify Issues, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operational Strategy, People Management, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Profit & Loss Management, Program Planning, Progress Reports, Project Development, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Strategic Planning, Systems/Internals Programming, Tactical Operations, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, United States Military, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Scranton, Pennsylvania
POSTED
30+ days ago
Company Overview: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team! Job 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 Impact of the Role:

General Profile

  • Provides leadership and direction through managers
  • Must have at least one manager level direct report
  • Is accountable for the performance and results of a division or region
  • Executes business plans and contributes to the development of functional strategy
  • Decisions are guided by functional or major operational segment strategy and priorities
  • Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
Essential Functions:
  • Has P&L responsibility
  • Directs and oversees corporate programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
  • Develops and implements program processes and policies, directs program management staff, and works with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs.
  • Directs the work of programs staff to ensure that work in completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
  • Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
  • Reviews all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
  • Presents programs status updates to senior management or other stakeholders.
  • Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from HR & General Managers.
    • Required Qualifications:
      • Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 10-12 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
      • Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
      Preferred Qualifications:
      • Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
      • Discipline/Major: Business degree preferred
      • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to develop and mentor others. Management skills. Leadership skills. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines. Program management skills.
      Physical Requirements:
      • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
      • Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
      • Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
      Travel Requirements: Up to 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.

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General Dynamics Ordnance & Tactical Systems