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At the midpoint, this role pays about
$238k
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$195k
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About General Dynamics
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.
General Dynamics currently has
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Listed pay typically runs
$120,000–$150,385
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The Program Director joins the Space Systems Business Area within the Assured PNT & Communications business segment to lead a large matrixed team through the development, qualification, production, and delivery of communications payload solutions. This role holds end-to-end responsibility for program strategy, contract execution, financial performance, and meeting critical mission launch windows. The daily work involves managing product-oriented work breakdown structures, integrated master schedules, and risk management for high-reliability space hardware. Key technical areas include satellite communications payloads, RF and microwave electronics, digital processing, flight software, and antennas. Candidates must navigate complex government and commercial contracting while overseeing manufacturing, supply chain, and subcontract execution. The role requires expertise in earned value management, proposal development, and ensuring compliance with export controls and mission assurance standards for space telecommunications missions within a fast-paced commercial space environment.
Earned Value Management (EVM)
MS Project
MS Office Suite
Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Integrated Master Plan (IMP)
Risk and Opportunity Management
Proposal Development
Program Management
Manufacturing
Project Management
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Total Cost Management (TCM)
Program Management Framework (PMF)
Supply Chain Management
Integrated Program Teams (IPTs)
Project Management