Vice President Technical Advisor

General Dynamics

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Falls Church, VA
Salary
$215,467–$282,498 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $193k
This role $249k
$126k most similar roles pay here $299k

This role pays more than 79% of similar roles. Most pay $157,000–$229,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $249k versus about $193k 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 1191 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $122,236–$150,385 across 1023 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Vice President Technical Advisor

The Vice President, Technical Advisor, Veterans Affairs joins the Federal Health division to provide strategic leadership for a portfolio of programs serving the Department of Veterans Affairs. This executive role focuses on setting vision, building strategy, and evaluating emerging technology trends to drive growth in the federal health sector. The individual will oversee software development, large-scale infrastructure management, cloud and cyber security solutions, data analytics, and AI/ML applications. Key responsibilities include fostering relationships with senior federal executives, managing complex contracts, and guiding technical performance across various programs. Required competencies include expertise in enterprise technologies, strategic technology planning, and leadership of engineering organizations utilizing Agile, SAFe, DevSecOps, and product-centric delivery models. The role addresses the challenge of implementing transformative technology and innovative practices to solve pressing challenges within the Veterans Affairs systems landscape.

What you'll do

  • Provide technical and strategic leadership for a portfolio of programs including software development, enterprise technology, and mission services.
  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with senior federal executives and stakeholders at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • Oversee programs from inception to completion to ensure technical performance exceeds expectations and incorporates innovative technologies.
  • Identify opportunities to expand program scope and deliver additional value through strategic account planning and long-term engagement.
  • Resolve complex issues by leveraging in-depth knowledge of GDIT resources and the VA systems landscape.
  • Develop corporate methods, tools, and evaluation criteria for projects while mentoring the next generation of leaders.
  • Provide guidance to Account Directors, Program Managers, Solutions Architects, and Business Development Executives within the Federal Health division.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's Degree in a technical discipline desired.
  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience delivering large-scale federal IT programs with portfolios exceeding $100M in annual contract value.
  • 10+ years of experience leading software engineering organizations utilizing Agile, SAFe, DevSecOps, and product-centric delivery models.
  • Experience managing complex federal contracts, subcontractor teams, and geographically dispersed workforces.
  • Experience in Federal contracting including significant depth in managing Veterans Affairs programs and customer intimacy.
  • Experience with the federal proposal process and execution.
  • Ability to travel to program sites and customer meetings as needed.
  • US Person status required.

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