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A Program Performance Management (PPM) Specialist manages and analyzes the performance of projects and programs, ensuring they meet strategic, financial, and scheduling objectives through the use of project management best practices and tools like Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). As an effective team builder, the Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist provides contract/program cost and/or schedule management and analysis related to established or new development programs for major component or small system, or production or logistics programs.

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<h2>Basic Qualifications </h2>Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of 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. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.<h2>Responsibilities for this Position</h2>Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now. A Program Performance Management (PPM) Specialist manages and analyzes the performance of projects and programs, ensuring they meet strategic, financial, and scheduling objectives through the use of project management best practices and tools like Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). This role requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills to effectively guide teams and report to stakeholders. As an effective team builder, the Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist provides contract/program cost and/or schedule management and analysis related to established or new development programs for major component or small system, or production or logistics programs. We’ll expect you to work with single or multiple contracts typically valued up to $20M per year, by developing the program cost and/or schedule baseline within the contract parameters in conjunction with the program team and analyzing program performance (historical and predictive), and monitoring the contract/program Estimate at Complete and schedule completion date, and make recommendations to program manager and program leads. NOTE: This is a Program Performance Management role (PPM / EVM) role...it is not a PM or PMP position. <h4>What you’ll experience / Duties & Tasks:</h4><ul><li>Provides contract/program cost and/or schedule management and analysis for Strategic Weapon Control programs</li><li>Develops program time-phased cost and/or schedule baselines within contract parameters in conjunction with program teams</li><li>Analyzes program performance (historical and predictive), monitors Estimate at Complete and/or schedule completion date, and makes recommendations to program management</li><li>Serves as an integral part of the program team, gathering and organizing data for reviews with engineers, IPT leads, and CAMs</li><li>Assists in development of time-phased budget and/or schedule to meet all contract and program objectives</li><li>Collects and updates program performance data; prepares and analyzes historical and predictive measures</li><li>Maintains and statuses program schedules and records; compiles reports, graphs, charts, and related data</li><li>Identifies and analyzes program critical paths and driving paths to schedule specific milestones</li><li>Makes recommendations and identifies resources required to meet defined program requirements</li><li>Contributes to root cause analyses, corrective actions, and tactical planning</li><li>Assists in preparation of program review documents and customer required documents</li><li>Coordinates contract/program Estimate At Complete (EAC), risk and opportunity, and Management Reserve data with Finance analyst</li><li>Updates program time-phased budget and/or schedule associated with internal and contract changes</li><li>Supports all necessary meetings (SEITs, Financial, EV Metrics, Risks, etc.)</li><li>Provides general Earned Value Management support for PMs, DPMEs, IPTs, and CAMs</li><li>Tracks IMS and CAM notebook updates and PPM Dashboard updates</li><li>Prepares timely, accurate program review documents and can present data in absence of program management</li><li>Interfaces with multiple IPT leads and program management</li><li>Determines, monitors, and reviews costs, operational budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements</li><li>May support proposal development activities, including proposal preparation, fact finding, and negotiations</li></ul><h4>What you bring to the table:</h4><ul><li>A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience</li><li>Domain knowledge in program and/or product life cycle and financial processes (IPMDAR reporting, NDIA Guidelines)</li><li>Earned Value Management and scheduling tool experience required (Deltek Cobra, MS Project)</li></ul><h4>What sets you apart:</h4><ul><li>Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task</li><li>Commitment to ongoing professional development</li><li>Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success</li><li>Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation</li></ul>Our Commitment to You:<ul><li>An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. </li><li>Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security</li><li>Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)</li><li>Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more</li><li>See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits</li></ul>#LI-Hybrid<h2>Salary Note</h2>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.<h2>Combined Salary Range</h2>USD $115,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.<h2>Company Overview</h2>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

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, employees share a common mission to be a trusted partner to the U.S. defense, intelligence and homeland security communities. 

Whether you're working on the internal systems of a new ship strategic to the U.S. Navy's role in keeping sea lanes open, developing a camera system for the U.S. Army to protect our forces or helping the Department of Homeland Security coordinate defense against and response to cyber attacks, you'll share a sense of duty and patriotism common to all General Dynamics employees. 

When you join General Dynamics, you'll become part of a culture that nurtures innovation. We encourage our professionals to challenge the conventional way of doing things. And we motivate our employees to solve tough customer problems by promoting and sharing new ideas. 

Join a team that's dedicated to what matters most. Build your career at General Dynamics today. 

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics. Headquartered in Falls Church, Va., General Dynamics employs approximately 91,000 people worldwide. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies.

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist (PPM/EVM)

Analysis Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Baseline Schedule

Best Practices

Budgeting

CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)

COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985)

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Contract Management

Corrective Action

Cost Control

Data Analysis

Data Collection

Deltek Accounting Software

Documentation Review

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Financial Analysis

Financial Metrics

Financial Strategy

IP Multimedia System (IMS)

Internet/IP Telephony

Leadership

Logistics

Microsoft Project

Multitasking

Negotiation Skills

Operational Audit

Performance Analysis

Performance Management

Product Lifecycle

Project Estimates

Project Evaluation

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project Portfolio Management (PPM)

Project/Program Management

Proposal Development

Proposal Writing

Reporting Dashboards

Requirements Management

Research Skills

Risk

Root Cause Analysis

Schedule Development

Staff Requirements

Strategic Analysis

Strategic Planning

Team Player

Time Management

United States Citizen

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

The DPME partners closely with the Program Manager and cross-functional teams to drive engineering execution across system integration, test and verification, risk management, and change control — ensuring the program delivers a fully integrated, validated, and mission-capable maritime system. Technical Issue Resolution: Manage the identification and resolution of technical issues across complex, multi-discipline engineering domains; communicate resolutions to all affected stakeholders and ensure changes are reflected across all impacted artifacts.

<h2>Basic Qualifications </h2>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 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<h2>Responsibilities for this Position</h2>Position OverviewThe Deputy Program Manager, Engineering (DPME) serves as a key engineering leader responsible for the technical health, schedule integrity, and quality of all engineering deliverables supporting the Heritage-class OPC program. The DPME partners closely with the Program Manager and cross-functional teams to drive engineering execution across system integration, test and verification, risk management, and change control — ensuring the program delivers a fully integrated, validated, and mission-capable maritime system. This role requires a seasoned engineering professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and can balance technical depth with program leadership acumen. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Engineering Planning & Execution: Develop and maintain comprehensive engineering plans aligned with program milestones, ensuring all deliverables — including documentation — are produced with high quality and delivered on schedule.</li><li>Systems Integration & Verification: Ensure total system requirements are validated and that the fully integrated OPC platform is tested and verified to specification.</li><li>Process Compliance: Ensure all engineering activities adhere to established engineering practices, standards, and regulatory requirements applicable to General Dynamics Mission Systems and maritime defense programs.</li><li>Technical Issue Resolution: Manage the identification and resolution of technical issues across complex, multi-discipline engineering domains; communicate resolutions to all affected stakeholders and ensure changes are reflected across all impacted artifacts.</li><li>Performance Measurement: Identify, develop, analyze, and report engineering project measures and metrics, including Earned Value (SPI/CPI), Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls.</li><li>Risk Management: Proactively identify engineering risks and implement effective corrective actions to maintain program performance.</li><li>Team Leadership: Motivate and guide engineering teams, providing clear direction on project goals, resolving conflicts, and fostering a high-performance culture. </li><li>AI & Innovation: Champion the identification and application of AI and emerging technologies for continuous improvement and engineering innovation across the program.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities<ul><li>Systems Engineering Expertise: Deep understanding of systems integration, test, and verification processes in complex defense or maritime programs.</li><li>Program Management Acumen: Excellent proficiency in project management principles including Earned Value Management (EVM), SPI/CPI, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls.</li><li>Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical topics clearly to diverse audiences — from engineers to senior leadership and government customers.</li><li>Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop multi-disciplinary engineering teams while managing conflict and driving accountability.</li><li>Problem Solving: Proven track record of resolving complex technical challenges in high-stakes program environments.</li><li>Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational capabilities to manage competing priorities across a large-scale, multi-year program.</li><li>Negotiation & Interpersonal Dynamics: Ability to handle negotiations and manage complex stakeholder relationships effectively.</li><li>Agile & Traditional Lifecycle Knowledge: Expertise in various project life cycles including agile methodologies, and the ability to adapt approaches to program needs.</li><li>Technology Anticipation: Ability to anticipate technology, process, and skill needs; apply or develop advanced technologies, principles, theories, and concepts relevant to maritime mission systems.</li><li>Company Processes: Strong understanding and application of GDMS policies, practices, and engineering processes.</li><li>AI Literacy: Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities to apply AI tools for process improvement and innovation.</li></ul>Preferred Experience<ul><li>Experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, or other maritime defense programs.</li><li>Background in shipboard systems integration, combat systems, or mission system engineering.</li><li>Familiarity with naval acquisition processes, FAR/DFARS, and government program reporting requirements.</li></ul>#LI-Hybrid<h2>Salary Note</h2>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.<h2>Combined Salary Range</h2>USD $160,047.00 - USD $177,553.00 /Yr.<h2>Company Overview</h2>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

Sr. Deputy Program Manager Engineering

Agile Programming Methodologies

Change Control

Cross-Functional

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)

Documentation

Emerging Technology

Engineering

Engineering Management

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

Government

Government Reporting

Government Requirements

Integration Testing

Interpersonal Skills

Literacy

Mathematics

Metrics

Organizational Skills

Performance Metrics

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Process Improvement

Program Control

Program Planning

Project Lifecycle

Quality Assurance Methodology

Quality Engineering

Regulatory Requirements

Requirements Validation/Verification

Risk Analysis

Risk Management

Sales Management

Statistical Process Control

System Integration (SI)

System Test

System Validation

Systems Engineering

Team Lead/Manager

United States Coast Guard (USCG)

United States Navy (USN)

Writing Skills

OTHER

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Recruit and manage a volunteer base of individuals to participate in shooting responses; canvass the neighborhood; participate in the planning and execution of community activities; help identify auxiliary resources and provide advocacy on behalf of the highest risk individuals. Develops relationships with local service providers and program partners, including law enforcement, faith leaders, Albany Medical Center, and community stakeholders, in order to identify and access resources for the highest risk participants.

Founded as a settlement house in 1912, Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region, Inc., offers a wide variety of resources and support tailored to meet the unmet needs of children, individuals, and families in the community we represent. From parenting and reading classes to food pantries, anti-violence initiatives, housing assistance and much more, Trinity seeks to comprehensively strengthen our community in ways where it needs it, when it needs it and how it needs it. In short, we fill gaps. We listen. We learn. We care. We take action! Trinity Alliance values: Collaboration, Growth, Justice, & Compassion.Our MissionTo strengthen and support our community by providing comprehensive, compassionate services in partnership with our neighbors.Our VisionTrinity Alliance of the Capital Region will be a responsive agent for change, growth and healing, a community hub that not only leads but listens.Position SummarySNUG works with community residents, businesses and community-based organizations to implement a strategic public health strategy to reduce and prevent shootings and killings.The Program Manager hires, trains, supervises, directs all staff activities and directly supervises the Outreach Worker Supervisor. The Outreach Worker Supervisor directly supervises the outreach workers and violence interrupters. Skilled outreach workers and the violence interrupters are a key ingredient to the success of this initiative. The Program Manager acts as liaison with law enforcement, the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), Albany Medical Center and with all other partners, internal and external. It is the Program Manager's responsibility to ensure the efficient operation of the program in accord with federal, state and local law and health and safety guidelines, and established DCJS and agency policy, procedure and protocol.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>The Program Manager facilitates the implementation of the SNUG model and the management of the SNUG team.</li><li>Operationalizes the core components of the SNUG approach: outreach, community mobilization, public education and relationship with local law enforcement representatives, as well as the adoption of best practices. </li><li>Develop community partners.</li><li>Work to develop resources for participants and staff.</li><li>Develop a strategic plan for program staff.</li><li>Plan and execute community norm change events.</li><li>Work with Outreach Supervisor four hours per week in the target area.</li><li>Program liaison with local police department.</li><li>Manage the program data, so that the program is meeting funding standards.</li><li>Supervision of Outreach Worker Supervisor</li><li>Conduct team meetings.</li><li>Help plan and participate in shooting responses.</li></ul>Community Mobilization<ul><li>Recruit and manage a volunteer base of individuals to participate in shooting responses; canvass the neighborhood; participate in the planning and execution of community activities; help identify auxiliary resources and provide advocacy on behalf of the highest risk individuals.</li><li>Plan and implement responses to shootings with community residents and other local partners.</li></ul><ul><li>Manages public education campaign, including canvassing, in the target area.</li><li>Plans and oversees the conduct of a range of regular community and participant activities.</li></ul>Resource Development<ul><li>Develops relationships with local service providers and program partners, including law enforcement, faith leaders, Albany Medical Center, and community stakeholders, in order to identify and access resources for the highest risk participants.</li></ul>Team Management<ul><li>Responsible for the adoption and continued implementation of best practices as taught in the required DCJS, SNUG, Trinity, and other trainings, which include:</li></ul><ol><li>Organizing hiring panels for open positions</li><li>Regular weekly (i.e., same day, same time) staff meetings</li><li>Regularly weekly staff supervision, oversight of required trainings, participant enrollment/caseload management, participant contact by outreach workers per the Cure Violence model and requirements, inspection of thereof</li><li>Regular, timely completion by self and staff of documentation and reports</li><li>Ensures the health and wellness of team members thru oversight of benefit time, wellness activities, and maintaining strong personal connections with each team member</li></ol>Program Monitoring<ul><li>Participates in evaluation activities of the community-based violence prevention program and organizes and participates in a review of program progress.</li><li>Participates in regular meetings with the Trinity Director of Quality Assurance, SNUG and DCJS</li></ul><ol><li>Review and assess progress of programmatic goals as stated in the Scope of Work</li><li>Assess relevance and adequacy of the program performance violence</li><li>Adjusts plans as needed</li><li>Determine other priority needs and goals.</li></ol>Qualifications/Preferred Skills:<ul><li>BS in a Human Services field (i.e., Sociology, Social Work, etc.) or equivalent experience; or two or more years' experience working in management of similar work.</li><li>Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).</li><li>Proven management experience (e.g., monitoring budgets, programmatic progress to goals, etc.)</li><li>Proven community organizing abilities.</li><li>Proven ability to document programmatic activities and assist others. I</li><li>Experience and/or training and staff supervision</li><li>Valid driver's license, good driving record and insurance</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience working with at-risk youth and gang members.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Knowledge of affected communities</li><li style="text-align:justify">No pending criminal cases or prior convictions for sexual assault, child abuse or domestic violence. </li></ul>In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy a range of valuable benefits, including 14 paid holidays, health insurance starting at the beginning of your first full month of employment, and immediate accrual of sick leave. Personal time will also be available from your first day on the job.Salary: $60,000 - $65,000Full-time - 35+ hours per weekWe are deeply committed to you and all our employees. You will also have opportunities for professional training and advancement within our organization.

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Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist (PPM/EVM) General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Sr. Deputy Program Manager Engineering General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

SNUG Program Manager Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region

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