Project Controls Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Baseline Schedule, Best Practices, Change Requests/Orders, Continuous Improvement, Control Engineering, Corporate Finance, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Diversity, Earned Value Management (EVM), Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Risk Management, Forecasting, IP Multimedia System (IMS), Integration Testing, Leadership, Microsoft Project, Military, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Power BI, Pricing, Primavera, Process Improvement, Product Pricing, Production Management, Program Control, Project Control, Project Engineering, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Risk, Risk Management, Sales Presentation, Schedule Development, Security Clearance, Six Sigma, System Integration (SI), System Test, Technical Support, Test Program, United States Citizen, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
Today

GDIT is looking for a talented and experienced Project Controls Engineer who can lead the development and management of the program master schedule for a large complex program, including complete cost & schedule integration aligned with the contractual scope awarded. The candidate must possess the ability to assist the Program Manager with the day‑to‑day performance of scope, schedule, cost and risk on the program. The position will drive operational and financial efficiency and execution excellence, partnering with the Program Manager, Production Manager, Technical Director, and functional support staff to achieve program success.MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACTAs the Sr. Project Controls Engineer, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of US Strategic Command. You will play a crucial role in the Aegis Combat Systems - Ship Integration Testing Program Office.RESPONSIBILITIESSchedule Management: responsible for establishing and maintaining the overall schedule baseline and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) of the program; collaborate with program schedulers to enable effective schedule performance management across all contractual areas; responsible for contributing to deliverable/CDRL submission performance.Cost Management: responsible for assisting with development and maintenance of the overall cost baseline of the program through the IMS; utilize resource‑loaded IMS to generate routine estimate‑at‑completion forecast; collaborate with the program financial analyst to enable effective cost performance management, analysis and reporting, delivering both program and corporate financial performance.Risk Management: responsible for collaborating with the risk management team under the program, including active maintenance and management of the risk register and program management reserves.PMO Management: responsible for communication and collaboration with all local and corporate functional managers and staff to enable strong program performance; enable integration of all functional support into all program meetings and processes; develop customer and company briefings including program management reviews and monthly management reviews; lead and manage all program proposal and pricing initiatives, including change proposals, pricing strategies and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development.Maintain program management excellence under the program including customer relationships, supplier relationships, technical execution, schedule management, risk management, quality management, and financial performance. Proactively implement return‑to‑green plans as necessary. Promote technology insertion and innovation and actively enhance people and processes that drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices, tools and methodologies in schedule management.Build a culture throughout the team consistent with GDIT values of honesty, trust, transparency and alignment. Foster employee engagement and communication, create a diverse and inclusive environment, and promote proactive and transparent collaboration leveraging diversity of thought.WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEEDBring your program management expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Project Controls Engineer must have:Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred.Experience: 4+ years of project controls / project management experience.Hands‑on experience managing and controlling program scope, schedule, cost, risk and quality under sizable, complex programs.Business management acumen with an ability to proactively manage financial and performance metrics.Familiarity and experience with earned value management and Six Sigma principles and practices.Leadership qualities that enable employee engagement, professional development, innovation, collaboration, communication, accountability and overall program performance.Ability to develop integrated master schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6, with complete schedule logic and resource loading.US citizenship required.Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security or higher clearance.Preferred: Proficiency with Power BI, Excel Power Query and Macros.GDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.Growth: AI‑powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.Support: Internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401(k) with company match, competitive pay and paid time off.Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace.OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore a career in program management at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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General Dynamics Information Technology

General Dynamics Information Technology solves our customers’ challenges through future-focused technology and services, ingenuity and deep mission-knowledge. Partnering with government, defense, the intelligence community, industry leaders and cutting-edge technology companies, we deliver solutions that make a difference – helping our customers to advance mission performance, transform operations and discover opportunities to build a better future.

Headquartered in Fairfax, Va., with major offices worldwide, General Dynamics IT and General Dynamics Mission Systems form the Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) business group of General Dynamics. IS&T and the Aerospace, Combat Systems and Marine Systems groups form General Dynamics Corp.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
WEBSITE
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