Logistics Deputy Program Management

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Logistics Deputy Program Management

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Program/Project Management

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 17350670

Description: About the Role

General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Logistics Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to support the M-SHORAD Interim Contractor Support (ICS) and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) programs. This role is critical to ensuring the successful execution of the M-SHORAD ICS/ILS contract within the allocated budget and schedule.

The DPM will work closely with the Program Manager and other stakeholders to oversee contract management, supplier coordination, equipment training, vehicle fielding and handoff, maintenance management, retrofit activities, procurement, corrective actions, and integrated logistics development.

Company Information

Our primary focus at General Dynamics Land Systems is partnering with those who protect our freedom and ensuring their readiness for today's requirements and tomorrow's challenges.

Known for leading-edge innovation, we are developing next-generation capabilities across our portfolio and integrating discriminating technologies to win the future fight. We are a global leader in designing, engineering, producing, supporting and sustaining tracked and wheeled military equipment. General Dynamics Land Systems is headquartered in Sterling Heights, MI and employs approximately 7,300 employees worldwide.

Land Systems is part of General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company that offers 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 110,000 people worldwide.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA 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 (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Collaborate with the Program Manager to ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded, putting the Customer First.
• Foster a positive and inclusive organizational environment to build a cohesive and high-performing team, creating a Workplace of Choice.
• Represent the program as the lead decision-maker during customer and internal meetings, as needed.
• Lead program risk management efforts, including biweekly Risk Review Boards, and present risks to both the customer and GDLS leadership during formal reviews.
• Develop analyses to determine the allocation of Management Reserve to mitigate overall program risks.
• Create and implement program plans across the cross-functional M-SHORAD Production Team.
• Coordinate supplier efforts through Supply Chain Management, ensuring key interfaces are identified and stakeholder interests are managed within scope, cost, and schedule.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, providing timely updates and keeping management informed on program status Communicate with a Purpose.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field.
• Advanced or additional degree in Business Administration is a plus.
• Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience in program or logistics management.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve objectives and meet performance metrics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and other tools to develop presentations and media displays.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Proven ability to operate independently and resolve complex issues autonomously.
• Knowledge of business finances, project budget management, forecasting, scheduling tools, and critical path analysis.

• Exposure to Oracle applications, and Teamcenter.
• Must be able to obtain a DoD clearance and passport.
• Occasional domestic travel required production facilities, government locations, and/or suppliers.

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

General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Logistics Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to support the M-SHORAD Interim Contractor Support (ICS) and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) programs. This role is critical to ensuring the successful execution of the M-SHORAD ICS/ILS contract within the allocated budget and schedule.

The DPM will work closely with the Program Manager and other stakeholders to oversee contract management, supplier coordination, equipment training, vehicle fielding and handoff, maintenance management, retrofit activities, procurement, corrective actions, and integrated logistics development.

Company Information

Our primary focus at General Dynamics Land Systems is partnering with those who protect our freedom and ensuring their readiness for today's requirements and tomorrow's challenges.

Known for leading-edge innovation, we are developing next-generation capabilities across our portfolio and integrating discriminating technologies to win the future fight. We are a global leader in designing, engineering, producing, supporting and sustaining tracked and wheeled military equipment. General Dynamics Land Systems is headquartered in Sterling Heights, MI and employs approximately 7,300 employees worldwide.

Land Systems is part of General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company that offers 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 110,000 people worldwide.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA 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 (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Collaborate with the Program Manager to ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded, putting the Customer First.
• Foster a positive and inclusive organizational environment to build a cohesive and high-performing team, creating a Workplace of Choice.
• Represent the program as the lead decision-maker during customer and internal meetings, as needed.
• Lead program risk management efforts, including biweekly Risk Review Boards, and present risks to both the customer and GDLS leadership during formal reviews.
• Develop analyses to determine the allocation of Management Reserve to mitigate overall program risks.
• Create and implement program plans across the cross-functional M-SHORAD Production Team.
• Coordinate supplier efforts through Supply Chain Management, ensuring key interfaces are identified and stakeholder interests are managed within scope, cost, and schedule.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, providing timely updates and keeping management informed on program status Communicate with a Purpose.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field.
• Advanced or additional degree in Business Administration is a plus.
• Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience in program or logistics management.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve objectives and meet performance metrics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and other tools to develop presentations and media displays.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Proven ability to operate independently and resolve complex issues autonomously.
• Knowledge of business finances, project budget management, forecasting, scheduling tools, and critical path analysis.

• Exposure to Oracle applications, and Teamcenter.
• Must be able to obtain a DoD clearance and passport.
• Occasional domestic travel required production facilities, government locations, and/or suppliers.

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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