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    Sr Manager, Engineering - San Diego, United States - General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems

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    General Dynamics-OTS San Diego manufactures and sells a broad range of high performance electro-mechanical and electro-optical components and sub-assemblies to the aerospace, defense, intelligence, reconnaissance, and surveillance markets.

    We presently have a need for a Sr Manager, Engineering at our San Diego (Otay Mesa) location.


    In coordination and alignment with Engineering Director and site objectives, plans and directs engineering activities within GD-OTS San Diego and oversees the design of products such as motors, resolvers, and systems.

    The Sr Manager, Engineering manages through a team of Engineering professionals and as a working manager. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of the Engineering group. This position reports to the Engineering Director.

    Major Position Responsibilities

    Ensures all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives.

    Directs department activities to design new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and develop test procedures.


    Plans and formulates aspects of research and development proposals such as objective or purpose of project, applications that can be utilized from findings, costs of project and equipment and human resource requirements.

    Reviews and analyzes proposals submitted to determine if benefits derived and possible applications justify expenditures.


    Approves and submits proposals considered feasible to management for consideration and allocation of funds or allocates funds from department budget.


    Develops and implements methods and procedures for monitoring projects, such as preparation of records of expenditures and research findings, progress reports, and staff conferences, in order to inform management of current status of each project.

    Resolves problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, or concepts.

    Analyzes technology trends, human resource needs and market demand to plan projects.


    Confers with management, production, and marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products.

    Forecasts operating costs of department and directs preparation of budget requests., versus the development of delivery


    systems, fire control components and nonexplosive material., verses and presents findings orally and in writing to procurement authorities and demonstrates successful designs on proving ground.


    Participates, and may lead, in discussion with military authorities to determine characteristics desired in explosive material, nature of target objectives and type of delivery system to be used.

    Directs the preparation of product or system layout and detailed drawings and schematics.


    Directs and coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype products or systems., organizes projects and task workloads and selects individuals most qualified for assignments on specific projects.

    Advises management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations and/or interdepartmental relations.

    Provides direction and example for interpretation and application of company policies and procedures to the engineering activities.

    Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develops recommendations accordingly.

    Analyzes research data and proposed product specifications to determine feasibility of product proposal.

    Communicates to senior management an overview of all products under development and their stage of development.

    Tracks industry trends, relevant legislation, and competitor activities.

    Basic Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical engineering or related field; and 8-10 years applicable engineering experience

    5+ years related and supervisory experience

    Master's degree is a plus

    Defense industry experience is a plus

    Strong communication, leadership, and team building skills

    Strong focus on performance management and succession planning

    Demonstrated proficiency in recruiting, hiring and retaining talent

    Excellent written and presentations skills

    Organized, accurate/detail oriented

    Strong knowledge of Engineering development tools and processes

    Resourceful and collaborative, with individual initiative and sound judgment

    Pay Range (USD) $100,100 - $185,900
    Additional Compensation Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.

    Benefits Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts.

    Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution.

    In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits:

    Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.

    PTO, Holiday, and Family Leave Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.

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