Deputy Program Manager Engineering (DPME) EW Programs in Manassas, Virginia at Mission Systems

Deputy Program Manager Engineering (DPME) EW Programs

ID: 2026-73946
US-VA-Manassas
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 8/6/2026
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after 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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Proven organizational and time management skills

· Proven communication skills

· Ability to lead a team

· Ability to motivate a team

· Ability to resolve conflict and handle some negotiations

· Proven problem-solving skills in complex environments

· Proficient in project management

· Has the ability to apply or develop highly advanced technologies,

principles, theories and concepts

· Fully proficient understanding of company policies and practices

· Fully proficient understanding of engineering processes and

practices

· Fully proficient planning and organization skills

· Fully proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of tools and

Microsoft Project

· Proficient knowledge of various project life cycles including agile

· Fully proficient ability to communicate issues, impacts, and

corrective actions

· Fully proficient ability to easily and effectively communicate project

topics to a diverse audience

· Fully proficient ability to clearly report relevant information

· Ability to understand and apply project leadership principles

including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account

Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls for complex programs

· Fully proficient ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill

needs

· Demonstrates proactive leadership and has name recognition

throughout the business unit

· Creates an environment in which 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 $122,785.00 - USD $136,215.00 /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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