Deputy Program Manager - Sterling Heights, United States - General Dynamics

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    Booker Deputy Program Manager

    About the Role
    This position is a full - time position for a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) for the Booker Program reporting directly to the Program Manager , Booker Combat Vehicle .
    This position is a key member of the Booker P rogram leadership team and will have a direct impact on the programs success. This is a fast paced, dynamic and demanding program that requires EXCELLENT communication, organization and strategic thinking.
    The Booker Program is launching Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP).
    This position is heavily focused on material planning and delivery support ing logistics and training , working with Product Support Management (PSM), Supply Chain Management , including suppliers, and Engineering Project Leads, as required.
    Hybrid or Onsite
    Due to the nature of the work, this role requires on-site presence up to 100% .
    Responsibilities
    • Participate in the development of key strategies for program success.
    • Lead program control in planning, budgeting and execution of program.
    • Develop and implement program plans with product teams and functional management within program scope, cost, and schedule.
    • Manage Technical Data Package (TDP) changes and controlling effectivity.
    • Supporting Configuration Control Board (CCB), Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) meetings, and Problem Review Board (PRB) meetings as Program Office representative with decision making authority.
    • Managing Logistics scope including Technical Manual (TM) development, TM validation, Logistics Demonstration, TM Verification to completion with PSM IPT Lead.
    • Manage training material and training execution for the USG test program.
    • Coordinate with supply chain to manage purchases, negotiate with suppliers, and manage material deliveries to support program objectives.
    • Participate in program risk management including identifying risk candidates and risk mitigation plans.
    • Work with Program Manager to develop and foster a cohesive team, and to ensure USG customer expectations are met or exceeded.
    • Interface with and present to GDLS Executive Leadership and USG customer including Army stakeholders .
    Minimum Qualifications
    • Bachelors Degree required.
    • Minimum of 10 years relevant experience required.
    • Program and/or project management experience required.
    • Customer interface experience with USG and/or external suppliers required.
    • Financial compliance audits experience desired.
    • Strategic thinking and planning preferred.
    • Risk management experience preferred.
    • Team / Matrix management experience preferred.
    • P roposal development experience desired.
    • Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
    • Must be able to obtain DoD clearance and passport.
    • Occasional domestic and international travel required.
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