Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist

Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist

Responsibilities for this Position :

Key Responsibilities : Fosters an environment of trust and teamwork builds collaborative relationships, internally and externally. Applies basic schedule techniques and analysis (critical and driving paths, health and quality checks, resource loading, risk analysis). Executes contract / program Estimate At Complete (EAC), risk and opportunity, and Management Reserve data with Finance organization as input into business financial commitments. Prepares program review documents and customer required documents. Integrates / manages subcontractor cost and / or schedule data and / or material data into program data with potential assistance from senior PPM analysts. Applies key areas of the Program Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) to develop executable processes for supported programs and lead program teams in their implementation. Independently creates and manages WBS, IMP, and IMS for proposals / program startups. Demonstrates / Leads demonstration of EVMS compliance through completion of program lifecycle, including internal / external audits. Develops / leads the time-phased budget in conjunction with program team to meet all contract and program objectives. Collects and updates full program performance data, prepares and analyzes historical and predictive measures, and reviews results and recommendations with program manager and program leads. Prepares and reviews timely, accurate customer required documents and reviews / preps with program manager and department manager. Applies advanced schedule techniques and analysis (critical and driving paths, health and quality checks, resource loading, risk analysis). Single or multiple contracts typically valued up to $20M per year. Collaborates with senior PPM analysts on the design of tests to evaluate new EVMS and / or schedule tools, analyze test results, and makes recommendations to support operational improvement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : Proficiency with Microsoft Office, to include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Effectively and efficiently works within time constraints and adjusts to changing circumstances. Ability to work both independently and as a team member. Ability to demonstrate professional written and oral communications and ability to solve problems. Proficient organizational, analysis, and time management skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to multi-task high priorities. Domain knowledge in program and / or product life cycle and financial processes. Experience in coordination of program requirements across planning stages with multiple subcontractors. Proficient user in EVMS and / or scheduling tools and principles. Proficient experience in defense or federal contracting. Proficient experience with DCMA audits. Proficient interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor in interacting with a wide variety of people. Ability to travel across geographic locations on limited notice for proposals and programs. Effective negotiation and conflict resolution.

Preferred Skills : MS Project, Cobra

Salary Note : This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range : USD $103,254.00 - USD $111,724.00 / Yr.

Company Overview :

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!