Senior Director Programs - Flight Deck Systems

General Dynamics

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Savannah, GA
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3 days ago

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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 · Senior Director Programs - Flight Deck Systems

Gulfstream seeks a Senior Director Programs for Flight Deck Systems to lead strategic initiatives in avionics and flight deck technology, overseeing the full lifecycle of complex aircraft systems from concept through certification. This role involves developing program strategies, managing budgets and schedules, driving cross-functional alignment across engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and customer support teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering or Management, 15+ years of experience in aircraft design, manufacturing, or service, and deep expertise in avionics systems integration. Strong financial management, risk mitigation, and executive communication skills are essential, as is familiarity with certification processes and regulatory authorities. This position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise direction and drive innovation in business aviation.

What you'll do

  • Develop and champion program strategy, cost/benefit analysis, schedules, and budgets for senior leadership approval.
  • Initiate, direct, and manage all phases of complex aircraft systems programs from concept through entry into service.
  • Proactively identify program risks and drive mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
  • Oversee configuration control activities and maintain product specifications integrity throughout the lifecycle.
  • Serve as primary interface to executive leadership, delivering clear, data-driven updates and strategic recommendations.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Management, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
  • Over 15 years of experience in aircraft design, manufacturing, or service and support.
  • At least 10 years of program/project management experience for complex aerospace programs.
  • Deep understanding of avionics and flight deck systems integration across platforms.
  • Strong financial management, risk mitigation, and program execution skills.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in engineering, certification, quality assurance.
  • Experience working with regulatory authorities on certification processes.

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