Program Manager

General Dynamics

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Chesapeake, VA
Salary
$164,314–$177,792 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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This role pays less than 61% of similar roles. Most pay $153,500–$205,087 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $171k versus about $179k for comparable roles.

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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 1165 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $124,397–$151,803 across 1011 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Program Manager

The Program Manager joins the GD Mission Systems team to support Navy shipbuilding programs. This role involves leading cross-functional teams to deliver classified engineering tools, digital data collection systems, and AI-driven data analytics for submarine and aircraft carrier new construction. Key responsibilities include overseeing software development, cloud-hosted application delivery, and modernization initiatives to enhance fleet readiness. The successful candidate will manage programs on classified cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity Risk Management Framework requirements. You will utilize Agile methodologies, including Scrum and SAFe, alongside DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Required skills include proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, plus expertise in submarine and aircraft carrier engineering tools. The role solves complex technical problems by aligning program execution with Navy requirements and managing integrated WBS-based budgets and schedules.

What does a Program Manager earn?

Median $173900 from 94 postings across 24 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Lead cross-functional teams in software development, cloud-hosted application delivery, and modernization initiatives for Navy shipbuilding programs.
  • Coordinate with customer organizations to align program execution with specific requirements and priorities.
  • Develop customer relationships and identify new business opportunities within the Navy shipbuilding and modernization market.
  • Establish and manage integrated WBS-based budget and schedule baselines for complex, high-value programs.
  • Oversee AI, machine learning, and data analytics initiatives to drive predictive insights for naval platforms.
  • Lead software development teams using Agile methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Manage programs deployed on classified cloud infrastructure while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity Risk Management Framework requirements.
  • Monitor work progress against baseline plans and implement corrective actions to ensure on-time completion.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a Department of Defense SECRET security clearance at time of hire.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Very strong knowledge of submarine and aircraft carrier engineering tools and digital data collection systems.
  • Very strong knowledge of Navy submarine warfare tactical systems and aircraft carrier C5I and aviation systems.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe), DevSecOps practices, and CI/CD pipeline implementation.
  • Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and data analytics concepts for engineering data analysis.
  • Working knowledge of MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

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