Common Crew Station IPT Lead

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Common Crew Station IPT Lead

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Career Level: Senior

Requisition ID: 17197980

Description: About the Role:

As a member of the tracked combat vehicle team, you will be joining a dynamic group of engineers responsible for development of a future tracked combat vehicle. Through leadership of a cross-functional team, the Crew Station Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead will develop, implement and test the next generation of tracked combat vehicle crew station design.

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:

• Responsibility and influence over the crew station domain across the family of vehicle configurations
• Ensures product is developed in accordance with GDLS engineering standards to achieve program requirements
• Leads Crew Station IPT to deliver technical scope within project constraints (technical, schedule, cost and quality), and ensure internal and external customer expectations are met
• Owns signature authority over related Crew Station IPT scope, schedule and budget
• Collaborates with Project Engineering (PE) for development and technical execution of Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Responsible for Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) Control Account and/or Activities for Crew Station Areas
• Responsible for oversite, preparation, review and approval of project documentation (Design Reviews and CDRLs)
• Leads Crew Station IPT designs and test activities and make trade/technical decisions in coordination with Project Leadership
• Responsible for execution and management of design release to the Enterprise Release Plan (ERP)
• Collaborates with PE in management of subcontract activities for Crew Station products. This includes development of product SOWs, requirements management, interface control, trades, design reviews, etc.
• Ensures all product interfaces are identified, completely defined and managed to completion
• Coordinates with functional departments and PE on related technical resource needs
• Identifies potential risk and mitigation strategies; Manages risk mitigation within the Crew Station domain.
• Performs other duties as signed

Minimum Qualifications / What You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar degree
• Experience in design and development of military vehicle crew stations
• Experience in crew station products
• Highly motivated performer
• Works well in a team and individually
• Strong communication, interpersonal and people skills required
• IMS and control account management experience is preferred
• EVMS knowledge is required
• Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Additional Information:

• This position requires eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).
• Able to work overtime when required.
• Limited travel may be required.
• Able to bring continuous improvement process and methodologies to the position.

Hybrid or Onsite:

• Due to the nature of the work, this role does not offer a hybrid option.

What We Offer:

If you are just starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HAS and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9/80 Work Schedule (The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
• Ongoing learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled and updated fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

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 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.

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.
About the Role:

As a member of the tracked combat vehicle team, you will be joining a dynamic group of engineers responsible for development of a future tracked combat vehicle. Through leadership of a cross-functional team, the Crew Station Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead will develop, implement and test the next generation of tracked combat vehicle crew station design.

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:

• Responsibility and influence over the crew station domain across the family of vehicle configurations
• Ensures product is developed in accordance with GDLS engineering standards to achieve program requirements
• Leads Crew Station IPT to deliver technical scope within project constraints (technical, schedule, cost and quality), and ensure internal and external customer expectations are met
• Owns signature authority over related Crew Station IPT scope, schedule and budget
• Collaborates with Project Engineering (PE) for development and technical execution of Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Responsible for Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) Control Account and/or Activities for Crew Station Areas
• Responsible for oversite, preparation, review and approval of project documentation (Design Reviews and CDRLs)
• Leads Crew Station IPT designs and test activities and make trade/technical decisions in coordination with Project Leadership
• Responsible for execution and management of design release to the Enterprise Release Plan (ERP)
• Collaborates with PE in management of subcontract activities for Crew Station products. This includes development of product SOWs, requirements management, interface control, trades, design reviews, etc.
• Ensures all product interfaces are identified, completely defined and managed to completion
• Coordinates with functional departments and PE on related technical resource needs
• Identifies potential risk and mitigation strategies; Manages risk mitigation within the Crew Station domain.
• Performs other duties as signed

Minimum Qualifications / What You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or similar degree
• Experience in design and development of military vehicle crew stations
• Experience in crew station products
• Highly motivated performer
• Works well in a team and individually
• Strong communication, interpersonal and people skills required
• IMS and control account management experience is preferred
• EVMS knowledge is required
• Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Additional Information:

• This position requires eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).
• Able to work overtime when required.
• Limited travel may be required.
• Able to bring continuous improvement process and methodologies to the position.

Hybrid or Onsite:

• Due to the nature of the work, this role does not offer a hybrid option.

What We Offer:

If you are just starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HAS and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9/80 Work Schedule (The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
• Ongoing learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled and updated fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

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 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.

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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