Project Controls Engineer

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Pascagoula, MS
Salary
$83,927–$113,549 / yr
Posted
79 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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This role $99k
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This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $140,000–$205,950 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $99k versus about $173k 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.

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TL;DR · Project Controls Engineer

Project Controls Engineer The Project Controls Engineer joins the program management team to lead the development and management of a master schedule for a large, complex program. This role involves ensuring complete cost and schedule integration aligned with contractual scope while assisting the Program Manager with daily performance regarding scope, schedule, cost, and risk. Key responsibilities include establishing baseline schedules, maintaining an integrated master schedule, managing the risk register, and leading proposal and pricing initiatives. The candidate will utilize Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), Six Sigma principles, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6 to drive operational efficiency. Technical skills also include PowerBI, Excel PowerQuery, and Macros. This role provides critical support within the Aegis Combat Systems - Ship Integration Testing Program Office, focusing on technical execution, quality management, and financial performance for complex defense systems.

What you'll do

  • Develop and manage the program master schedule including cost and schedule integration.
  • Establish and maintain the overall schedule baseline and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
  • Maintain the cost baseline and generate routine estimate at completion forecasts using resource-loaded data.
  • Manage the risk register and oversee program management reserves in collaboration with the risk team.
  • Lead program proposal and pricing initiatives, including change proposals and Basis of Estimate development.
  • Prepare customer and company briefings for program management reviews and monthly updates.
  • Implement "return to green" plans and best practices to ensure operational and financial efficiency.
  • Utilize tools like Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 to develop integrated schedules with full logic.

What we're looking for

  • US citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • 4+ years of project controls or project management experience.
  • Experience managing program scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for complex programs.
  • Proficiency in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Six Sigma principles.
  • Ability to develop integrated master schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 with resource loading.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (preferred).
  • Proficiency with PowerBI, Excel PowerQuery, and Macros (preferred).

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