Advanced Manufacturing Operations Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related specialized area or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required 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 preferred at time of 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

Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? Then make a career move that makes an impact at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.Orchestrating work and offering technical direction and mentorship to specialists and technicians, you’ll coordinate and perform more complex cross functional tasks in support of the operations/manufacturing organization. You’ll lead the development of more complex manufacturing and operations plans and schedule and facilitate assigned projects. As the Advanced Manufacturing Operations Specialist, we’ll expect you to effectively communicate with engineering departments, quality control, manufacturing, purchasing or other groups as required in order to complete project plans.

What you’ll experience:

• Managing repair, manufacturing, depot, sustainment, or technical operations performance, including schedule adherence, turnaround time, backlog, and aging work.
• Leading cross-functional teams and resolving operational constraints involving engineering, quality, material, test, production, and documentation.
• Developing, maintaining, or improving operational documentation, work instructions, standardized processes, or corrective actions.
• Identifying improvement opportunities and driving actions that improve throughput, reduce cycle time, and maintain quality and compliance.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related specialized area or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficient originality and application of standard engineering principles and methods in completing technical assignments
• Proficient mechanical or electrical aptitude
• Ability to manage schedules, priorities, risks, action items, and customer commitments in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and data-driven problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate concise program status and recovery plans.

What sets you apart:

• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• 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 $95,669.00 - USD $103,516.00 /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

 

ABOUT GENERAL DYNAMICS IN PITTSFIELD, MA

Come work for General Dynamics Mission Systems in beautiful Berkshire County, located on the western edge of Massachusetts. The Berkshires are very family friendly with excellent schools. The housing market is very affordable compared to surrounding larger cities. General Dynamics provides exceptional salaries in Berkshire County which provides a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family.

 

The surrounding area is a cultural center for arts and theater, including established venues such as Tanglewood, Mass Museum of Contemporary Arts, The Clark Art Institute and the Norman Rockwell Museum, to name a few. Berkshire County is also a recreation hub with mountains for hiking or mountain biking, multiple lakes, ski areas, golf courses and even the Appalachian Trail. Being part of New England, western Massachusetts also boasts four distinct and enjoyable seasons, from the comfortable summer months to the colorful fall and pristine winters.

 

As a small city with surrounding rural towns, Pittsfield has a reasonable cost of living and relaxing short commutes without giving up modern life amenities. We are centrally located in the northeast, providing easy access to all of the attractions New England can offer. Boston and New York City are both less than a 3 hour drive away.

 

The Berkshires are Calling!

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