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Position Title: Design Services - Area Manager
Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States
Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Country: United States
State: MI
City: Sterling Heights
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance
Career Level: Mid-Career
Requisition ID: 15507947
Date Posted: Jan 27, 2025
Description: Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
Hybrid/Onsite: Due to the nature of the work, this role may require on-site presence up to 80%.
What We Offer: Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
- competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%)
- Educational Assistance
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track
Position Description: - Attend Kick-off meetings for new projects/programs representing Design Service's interest.
- Evaluate the scope of work and functional / detailed estimates, required to prepare, and submit formal cost estimates to the customer.
- Prepare schedules and budgetary guidelines for each work activity in accordance with the current and future manpower plans.
- Develop and implement metrics associated with ISO processes and initiatives, to ensure that continuous improvement is obtained through the current Quality process.
- Support the WSA process and engage the workforce into a team base self-directed environment.
- Select, develop, and manage Bargaining Unit/Non-Bargaining Unit (BU/NBU) personnel inclusive of performance, training, growth, and retention.
- Coordinate manpower requirements for the daily work assignments, performance, schedule, technical issues, summaries, and presentations related to all Design Services personnel.
- Manage assigned activities within Design Services so that technical, cost, and schedule objectives are successfully met.
- Manage related departmental administrative matters and participate in related teams as required.
- Interface, via written and oral communications, with various customer and government on technical, cost, and financial issues.
- Continually analyze current processes and software to identify opportunities for improved performance.
- Strong background in vehicle design and integration required inclusive of a strong working knowledge of design software such as CREO, Teamcenter and NX
- The manager is responsible to staff programs and projects accordingly.
- Develop succession plans, critical skill development plans, design guideline creation etc.
- Train/enforce ISO compliance to applicable areas.
- Manage multiple budgets, indirect $, capital expenses, etc.
- Manage employee vacation, sick time, personal time, travel expenses etc. as required.
Position Requirements: - Minimum of 7+ years of related experiencee
- A Bachelors degree in an Engineering or Technical discipline is preferred. Applicable and extensive experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Experience working with Bargaining Unit (BU) environment/employees.
- Must be willing and able to work in a team-based environment.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft software (Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Word, Etc.).
- Must have experience with the Earned Value Core (EVC) tool.
- Metric development and report experience is essential.
- Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
- Must be able to travel on a limited basis.
- Must have the ability to communicate across various organizational levels.
- Ability to work overtime when necessary.
- Strong background in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) required.
- Necessary skills to manage 20-30 employees.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
Hybrid/Onsite: Due to the nature of the work, this role may require on-site presence up to 80%.
What We Offer: Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.
- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
- competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%)
- Educational Assistance
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track
Position Description: - Attend Kick-off meetings for new projects/programs representing Design Service's interest.
- Evaluate the scope of work and functional / detailed estimates, required to prepare, and submit formal cost estimates to the customer.
- Prepare schedules and budgetary guidelines for each work activity in accordance with the current and future manpower plans.
- Develop and implement metrics associated with ISO processes and initiatives, to ensure that continuous improvement is obtained through the current Quality process.
- Support the WSA process and engage the workforce into a team base self-directed environment.
- Select, develop, and manage Bargaining Unit/Non-Bargaining Unit (BU/NBU) personnel inclusive of performance, training, growth, and retention.
- Coordinate manpower requirements for the daily work assignments, performance, schedule, technical issues, summaries, and presentations related to all Design Services personnel.
- Manage assigned activities within Design Services so that technical, cost, and schedule objectives are successfully met.
- Manage related departmental administrative matters and participate in related teams as required.
- Interface, via written and oral communications, with various customer and government on technical, cost, and financial issues.
- Continually analyze current processes and software to identify opportunities for improved performance.
- Strong background in vehicle design and integration required inclusive of a strong working knowledge of design software such as CREO, Teamcenter and NX
- The manager is responsible to staff programs and projects accordingly.
- Develop succession plans, critical skill development plans, design guideline creation etc.
- Train/enforce ISO compliance to applicable areas.
- Manage multiple budgets, indirect $, capital expenses, etc.
- Manage employee vacation, sick time, personal time, travel expenses etc. as required.
Position Requirements: - Minimum of 7+ years of related experiencee
- A Bachelors degree in an Engineering or Technical discipline is preferred. Applicable and extensive experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Experience working with Bargaining Unit (BU) environment/employees.
- Must be willing and able to work in a team-based environment.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft software (Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Word, Etc.).
- Must have experience with the Earned Value Core (EVC) tool.
- Metric development and report experience is essential.
- Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
- Must be able to travel on a limited basis.
- Must have the ability to communicate across various organizational levels.
- Ability to work overtime when necessary.
- Strong background in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) required.
- Necessary skills to manage 20-30 employees.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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