Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position:

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced Program Performance Management (PPM / EVM) Analyst. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation’s fundamental defense services on the Strategic Systems program. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

The PPM analyst is responsible for providing contract/program cost and/or schedule management and analysis for the Space, Cyber and Intelligence development and/or production programs

The analyst will develop program time-phased cost and/or schedule baselines within the contract parameters in conjunction with the program teams

The analyst will analyze program performance (historical and predictive), monitor the contract/program Estimate at Complete and/or schedule completion date, and make recommendations to program management and program leads

The analyst is an integral part of the program team, gathering and organizing data for reviews with appropriate engineer(s), IPT lead(s), and CAM(s) in support of the program needs

Assists in the development of a time-phased budget and/or schedule to meet all contract and program objectives

Collects and updates program performance data, prepares and analyzes historical and predictive measures, and reviews results and recommendations with program managers and program leads

Maintains and statuses the program schedules and records, compiles reports, graphs, charts, and related data in support of the program needs

Identifies and analyzes the program critical paths and driving paths to schedule specific milestones

Makes recommendations, coordinates, and identifies resources required to meet defined program requirements and reviews results with program management and program leads

Contributes to discussions related to the root cause analyses and corrective actions and to tactical planning for completion of program tasking

Assists in preparation of program review documents and customer required documents

Coordinates contract/program Estimate At Complete (EAC), risk and opportunity, and Management Reserve data with Finance analyst as input into business financial commitments

Updates program time-phased budget and/or schedule and required documents associated with internal and contract changes and assists in formulating recommendations for corrective actions such as schedule revisions, staffing adjustments, funds allocations, and work environments

Supports all necessary meetings (SEITs, Financial, EV Metrics, Risks, etc.), providing general Earned Value Management support for PMs, DPMEs, IPTs, and CAMs when requested (Staffing questions, burn rate analysis’, etc.)

Tracks IMS and CAM notebook updates and PPM Dashboard updates

Prepares timely, accurate program review documents of program performance data, analysis and trends and can be a delegate to present such data in the absence of the program management

Prepares timely, accurate customer required documents and reviews with program management and department heads

Updates program time-phased budget and/or schedule and associated documents to ensure the latest contract modifications and related requirements are incorporated

Fosters an environment of trust and teamwork: builds collaborative relationships

Communicates professionally and effectively

Works on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Interfaces with multiple IPT leads and program management primarily at a single location

Determines, monitors, and reviews costs, operational budgets and schedules, and staffing requirements to satisfy program needs.

May be asked to supports proposal development activities, including proposal preparation, fact finding, and negotiations

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, to include Excel, Word, MS Project, and PowerPoint is required

Earned Value Management or scheduling tool knowledge is required

Solid knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles is required

Domain knowledge of and experience on program contracts, program management, functional and support processes and disciplines is desired

Experience with program requirements across planning, development, and production phases is desired

Domain knowledge in engineering disciplines is desired

Contact with external customers and vendors is desired

Effective team builder

Acts as a change agent, challenges the status queue

Solid ability to solve problems

Ability to work both independently and as a team member

Solid organizational, analysis, and time management skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to multi-task high priorities

Solid ability to demonstrate professional written and oral communications

Solid interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting with a wide variety of people

Effectively and efficiently works within time constraints and adjusts to changing circumstances

Contact with internal customers: Program Management, Finance, Contracts, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing

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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 $95,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr. Company Overview:

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits