Senior Pa&T Ipt Lead For Test And Evaluation

Company Information 

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness.  Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Hybrid/Onsite:  Due to the nature of the work, this role may require on-site presence up to 80%.

What We Offer

Whether you are 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, HSA and Flex Spending.

·         Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.

·         401k Match (6%).

·         Educational Assistance.

·         Hybrid work schedule may be available.

·         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).

·         On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment.

·         Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

 Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role

·         Answering Evaluation Notices (ENs)

·         Planning/Scheduling all vehicle test activities for EMD/MTA/LRIP/FRP phase of a program

·         Planning/Scheduling all LRU test activities (FAT, HALT, Qual, ESS) for LRIP phase of a program

·         Managing supplier test activities

·         Manage day to day activities for all PA&T assignments

·         Coordinating job assignments for PA&T personnel

·         Guide the development of all test plans/reports

·         Lead test team and all home office support for each test location

·         Participate in program leadership discussions

·         Maintain Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)

·         Manage manpower and create BCRs when necessary for all PA&T activities

·         Manage material dollars and create BCRs when necessary for all PA&T activities

·         Create Scope of Work for supplier related test activities

·         Prepare and deliver weekly status reports for LTE and GDLS Leadership

·         Prepare and deliver weekly status reports for USG

·         Primary point of contact for USG regarding all test related matters

·         Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with PA&T activities

·         React and make quick decisions in a fast paced environment

Qualifications Sought

·         Good knowledge of USG test standards – MIL-STD-810, TOPs, ITOPs, ATPD-2404B

·         Good knowledge of USG test sites – APG, YPG, EPG, RTC, Grayling, WSMR, Etc.

·         Good knowledge of private test sites – ARES, NATC, etc.

·         Strong communication skills – both developing and delivering presentations.

·         Strong leadership skills and ability to lead a small team.

·         Previous experience with BOEs, BCRs, EVC

·         Occasional travel to test sites and suppliers

·         Occasional overtime including weekends

·         Ability to work independently

·         Ability to multi-task