Specialist Product Management

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Specialist Product Management

Location: Lima, OH, United States

Category: Program/Project Management

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: OH

City: Lima

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 13225833

Date Posted: Jul 25, 2024

Description: This challenging, intermediate-level position offers the successful candidate opportunities for career growth while performing the following duties:

-Coordinate and oversee assigned products/projects, including the implementation of new, additional, and/or unique manufacturing product lines and production programs.
-Responsible for cost estimate development, schedule development, participation in contract definition interpretation and negotiation, facility, equipment, tooling and manpower requirements.
- Coordinate major changes to product lines/projects and manufacturing programs to ensure technical, cost and schedule performance requirements are met.
- Function as the liaison between Division Program management, Production, Quality, Finance, Planning, Supply Chain and customers to ensure successful product line/project plan execution.
- Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams to implement innovative technologies and processes and coordinate facility, processes, and resources necessary to meet specific project or program requirements.
- Monitor, when applicable, cost and schedule performance in accordance with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
- Participate in the analysis of plant capabilities and development of new business prospects.

Position Requirements:

-Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business or other relevant field of study required.
-3-5 years relevant experience; extensive experience with product and processes may be considered in lieu
-Must be at least 18 years of age and a US Citizen.
-Must be able to obtain / maintain DOD Secret security clearance
-Project management experience preferred, but not required
-Demonstrated proficiency in communication skills (written, verbal, computer) required.
-Ability to work independently with minimal oversight preferred
-Excellent time and organization management skills desired
-Ability to work collaboratively in a teaming environment to support customer and manufacturing requirements

Working Conditions & Environment:

-This position requires working in both office and manufacturing floor environments.
-Requires ability to work in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, adhesives and in areas with a high noise volume.
-Use of ladders and stairs
-Lifting up to 50 lbs.
-Working in both hot and cold environments.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
This challenging, intermediate-level position offers the successful candidate opportunities for career growth while performing the following duties:

-Coordinate and oversee assigned products/projects, including the implementation of new, additional, and/or unique manufacturing product lines and production programs.
-Responsible for cost estimate development, schedule development, participation in contract definition interpretation and negotiation, facility, equipment, tooling and manpower requirements.
- Coordinate major changes to product lines/projects and manufacturing programs to ensure technical, cost and schedule performance requirements are met.
- Function as the liaison between Division Program management, Production, Quality, Finance, Planning, Supply Chain and customers to ensure successful product line/project plan execution.
- Lead and facilitate cross-functional teams to implement innovative technologies and processes and coordinate facility, processes, and resources necessary to meet specific project or program requirements.
- Monitor, when applicable, cost and schedule performance in accordance with the Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
- Participate in the analysis of plant capabilities and development of new business prospects.

Position Requirements:

-Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Technology, Business or other relevant field of study required.
-3-5 years relevant experience; extensive experience with product and processes may be considered in lieu
-Must be at least 18 years of age and a US Citizen.
-Must be able to obtain / maintain DOD Secret security clearance
-Project management experience preferred, but not required
-Demonstrated proficiency in communication skills (written, verbal, computer) required.
-Ability to work independently with minimal oversight preferred
-Excellent time and organization management skills desired
-Ability to work collaboratively in a teaming environment to support customer and manufacturing requirements

Working Conditions & Environment:

-This position requires working in both office and manufacturing floor environments.
-Requires ability to work in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists, adhesives and in areas with a high noise volume.
-Use of ladders and stairs
-Lifting up to 50 lbs.
-Working in both hot and cold environments.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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