General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems
Director, Programs
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Colchester, Vermont, us, 05446
Director, Programs
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Company Overview General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success – fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high‑performance team!
Job Summary
Manages a portfolio of complex programs with P&L responsibility, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets to ensure cost efficiency, technical performance, and profitability.
Leads cross‑functional teams across programs, engineering, contracts, finance, operations, and supply chain while promoting collaboration with external stakeholders to achieve program objectives and ensure alignment and accountability.
Monitors program metrics and provides regular reports for senior leadership and customers to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance.
Leads proposal teams to identify opportunities, create compliant and/or competitive proposals, and support overall portfolio growth.
Holds or is eligible for a SECRET security clearance.
General Profile
Provides leadership to managers and may also have professional staff.
Must have at least one manager level direct report.
Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams.
Develops departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities.
Decisions are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives.
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment.
Essential Functions
Has P&L responsibility.
Directs and oversees corporate programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
Develops and implements program processes and policies, directs program management staff, and works with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs.
Directs the work of program staff to ensure that work is completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
Reviews all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
Presents program status updates to senior management or other stakeholders.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from HR & General Managers.
Additional Responsibilities
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates technical, financial, and scheduling risks while leveraging analytics to track performance, forecast outcomes, and report program metrics to stakeholders.
Builds and maintains strong relationships with government agencies, military customers, prime contractors, and international customers.
Required Qualifications
Required education and experience: Associate’s Degree and 8‑10 years’ experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience.
Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred education and experience: Bachelor’s Degree.
Discipline/Major: Engineering (desired) or Business/Finance.
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to develop and mentor others, management skills, leadership skills, oral and written communication skills, ability to build collaborative relationships, detail oriented, ability to meet deadlines, program management skills, demonstrates strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills to resolve complex technical, contractual or organizational challenges.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD‑OTS facilities.
Work primarily in a climate‑controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
Travel Requirements Up to 25% travel likely.
Additional Information The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at‑will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Pay Range (USD) $158,970.00 – $295,230.00
Pay Transparency Statement The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.
Additional Compensation - ICP Hired applicant will be eligible to participate in the company’s incentive compensation 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, Identity 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.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Business Development and Sales
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Director, Programs
role at
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems .
Company Overview General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success – fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high‑performance team!
Job Summary
Manages a portfolio of complex programs with P&L responsibility, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets to ensure cost efficiency, technical performance, and profitability.
Leads cross‑functional teams across programs, engineering, contracts, finance, operations, and supply chain while promoting collaboration with external stakeholders to achieve program objectives and ensure alignment and accountability.
Monitors program metrics and provides regular reports for senior leadership and customers to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance.
Leads proposal teams to identify opportunities, create compliant and/or competitive proposals, and support overall portfolio growth.
Holds or is eligible for a SECRET security clearance.
General Profile
Provides leadership to managers and may also have professional staff.
Must have at least one manager level direct report.
Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams.
Develops departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities.
Decisions are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives.
Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment.
Essential Functions
Has P&L responsibility.
Directs and oversees corporate programs that meet the needs of the organization or its employees or customers.
Develops and implements program processes and policies, directs program management staff, and works with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs.
Directs the work of program staff to ensure that work is completed on time or in accordance with established standards or specifications.
Ensures that activities are in compliance with organizational policies and any relevant external regulations.
Reviews all aspects of corporate programs, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance.
Presents program status updates to senior management or other stakeholders.
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from HR & General Managers.
Additional Responsibilities
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates technical, financial, and scheduling risks while leveraging analytics to track performance, forecast outcomes, and report program metrics to stakeholders.
Builds and maintains strong relationships with government agencies, military customers, prime contractors, and international customers.
Required Qualifications
Required education and experience: Associate’s Degree and 8‑10 years’ experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience.
Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred education and experience: Bachelor’s Degree.
Discipline/Major: Engineering (desired) or Business/Finance.
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to develop and mentor others, management skills, leadership skills, oral and written communication skills, ability to build collaborative relationships, detail oriented, ability to meet deadlines, program management skills, demonstrates strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills to resolve complex technical, contractual or organizational challenges.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD‑OTS facilities.
Work primarily in a climate‑controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
Travel Requirements Up to 25% travel likely.
Additional Information The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at‑will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Pay Range (USD) $158,970.00 – $295,230.00
Pay Transparency Statement The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.
Additional Compensation - ICP Hired applicant will be eligible to participate in the company’s incentive compensation 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, Identity 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.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Business Development and Sales
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems by 2x.
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