MUOS Technical Task Lead
About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.
We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.
Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.
Responsibilities for this Position
MUOS Technical Task LeadID: 2025-65155
USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 1/27/2025
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant supervisory experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of DefenseSecret security clearance ispreferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date 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
The MUOS Technical Task Lead will be responsible for the day-to-day management of engineering development tasks for a development team responsible for specific system functions within a Satellite Communications Ground System. This position will require experience and expertise to effectively lead, track and manage the technical and execution aspects of a moderately large (15-25 person) Engineering Teams development efforts. This position would also benefit from experience and versatility outside of traditional leadership roles that can contribute across other development teams and in other areas of the overall program leadership. It is expected that this position would be able to successfully demonstrate excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills in support of team members and peer leaders. Given that this is a leadership position for an engineering team, an engineering degree is preferred.
Duties and Tasks:
- Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
- Performs technical activities which impact the proposal, system level design, detail design and manufacture of advanced electronics systems
- Prepares, plans and arranges the labor, schedules and equipment required for testing and evaluating standards and special devices
- First level supervision responsible for at least two individuals, typically non-exempt
- Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management
- Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports
- Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives
- Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, clients and other stakeholders
- Leads development of strategic tasks or small projects by applying engineering and organizational knowledge and expertise to achieve technical goals
- Provides technical input to Project or Engineering Management in linking task-related strategy to achieve business goals
- Understands and interprets the technical, organizational and process aspects of the task assigned and can relate them to the technical needs of the overall large project or organization
- Plans and executes small projects or task elements within larger projects, organizations, or for groups of projects
- Responsible for the completion of assigned engineering tasks or small projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines
- Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering tasks or small projects within area of assigned responsibility
- Actively uncovers technical and organizational risks and ensures they are included in risk mitigation plans
- Participates in development of program strategies and teaming strategies as they relate to the assigned task Participates in the development of executable project plans on proposals
- Participates in the proposal process
- Directs team members to achieve assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policiesDrives continuous improvement throughout the group and processes
- Assigns tasks and reviews employees work at frequent intervals, participates in performance appraisals, workload planning and scheduling
- Drives continuous improvement throughtout the group and processes
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Provides resolution to a diverse range of complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity
- Proficient understanding of project leadership principles including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls
- Demonstrates self-directed/ self-starting ability and can lead experienced engineers and technicians
- Skilled at executing complex tasks
- Proficient knowledge of other related disciplines
- Communicates well with managers and teammates
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Proficient written and verbal communications skills
- Proficient motivational skills
- Has shown ability to meet business expectations and supervise people
- Proficient knowledge of engineering processes
- Demonstrates self-management
- Travel may be required
- Security clearance may be required
- Work performed without appreciable direction
- Provides resolution to a diverse range of complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity
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 $124,302.00 - USD $137,898.00 /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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