Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist in Sudbury, Massachusetts at Mission Systems
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Job Description
ID: 2026-74842
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Required Clearance: No clearance
Posted Date: 9/10/2026
Category: Program/Project Management
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
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
Imagine a world-class engineering environment with exceptional talent and advanced technologies that are often classified. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you'll work with amazing engineers to invent the technologies, products, and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts, and first responders keep our nation safe. We provide premium systems and services to the Department of Defense, government agencies, and commercial clients across areas including acoustic sensors, signal processing, combat systems, torpedoes, cybersecurity, knowledge management, and electronic warfare. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)!
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.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these skills or experiences:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, MS Project, and PowerPoint
- Earned Value Management (EVM) tool and scheduling software knowledge
- Solid knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles
- Experience with program contracts, planning, development, and production phases
- Domain knowledge in engineering disciplines and program management processes
What you'll experience:
- Develop and maintain time-phased cost and schedule baselines aligned to contract parameters
- Analyze program performance (historical and predictive), monitor EAC and schedule completion dates, and deliver recommendations to program leadership
- Identify and analyze critical paths and driving paths to key schedule milestones
- Coordinate EAC, risk and opportunity, and Management Reserve data with Finance as input into business financial commitments
- Prepare and present accurate program review documents and customer-required deliverables
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
What sets you apart:
- Experience interfacing with Program Management, Finance, Contracts, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
- Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced program environment
- Experience supporting proposal development, fact-finding, and negotiations
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across integrated program teams
Our Commitment to You:
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
- See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
Workplace Options:
This position A) is fully on-site B) is on-site with the option to flex moving forward C) can be supported remotely/telework. We are / are not offering a relocation package at this time.
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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 $96,000.00 - USD $103,500.00 /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 see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
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