Manufacturing Operations Supervisor - General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Pittsfield, MA 01201
About the Job
Bachelor’s degree in a related specialized area or the equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they’re often classified. That’s what you’ll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you’ll lead amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it’s time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems.
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.
As a member of the Operations team, the Manufacturing Operations Supervisor will lead a team within a formal work break down element of a larger program or lead a group of team members on a small program within the department. You’ll manage overall tasks according to business/project requirements, policies and procedures and work with other team members to establish measurements, monitor performance, establish processes and procedures.
What you’ll experience:
- Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered
What you bring to the table:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a related specialized area or the equivalent experience plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations
- Ability perform analysis of work flow/load balancing and take appropriate action
- Ability to plan and track schedules, financial/budget data, and staffing requirements
- High degree of skills and innovation in resolving business or project related issues
What sets you apart:
- Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor and guide direct reports
- Fully proficient understanding of earned value tools and preparation of variance analysis reports (VAR)
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
Representative Duties and Tasks:
- Coordinates and performs more complex cross functional tasks in support of the operations/manufacturing organization
- May lead the development of more complex manufacturing and operations plans, schedules, and facilitates assigned projects
- Will be the primary point of contact to Program Management, the program IPT
- Will represent the organization as the prime production/manufacturing contact on contracts and projects and proposals
- Will be the primary point of contact for cost/schedule performance and resource data management
- Will coordinate all manufacturing activity to achieve 100% on time deliveries
- Maintains capital equipment and overhead budget requirements
- Prepares complex departmental reports, purchases, requests, and training and development plans and other data as required
- Reviews design work requiring independent evaluation, selection, application of standard engineering techniques and procedures
- Works the application of standard engineering principles and methods to the solution of process/production problems
- May represent manufacturing on preliminary and critical design reviews led by engineering
- Coordinates designs with manufacturing engineering to ensure the practicality of the design and assists in the solution of production difficulties encountered in manufacturing
- Directs work and offers technical direction and mentoring to lower level specialists and technicians
- May review and approve specifications and drawings for technical accuracy and content as applicable
- Implements new manufacturing systems including generating supporting operational documentation under the direction of an engineer
- Assists engineering in the evaluation of new manufacturing systems
- Interfaces with engineering departments, quality control, manufacturing, purchasing or other groups as required in order to complete project plans
- Works independently in following general outlines of assignments
- Requires only minimal supervision and very little technical assistance
- Normally works under the guidance of an operations manager, senior engineer or project leader
- May interface with external customers including DCMA
Workplace Options:
- This position requires you to work 100% in the facility
- While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield, MA team
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.
We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
ABOUT GENERAL DYNAMICS IN PITTSFIELD, MA
Come work for General Dynamics Mission Systems in beautiful Berkshire County, located on the western edge of Massachusetts. The Berkshires are very family friendly with excellent schools. The housing market is very affordable compared to surrounding larger cities. General Dynamics provides exceptional salaries in Berkshire County which provides a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family.
The surrounding area is a cultural center for arts and theater, including established venues such as Tanglewood, Mass Museum of Contemporary Arts, The Clark Art Institute and the Norman Rockwell Museum, to name a few. Berkshire County is also a recreation hub with mountains for hiking or mountain biking, multiple lakes, ski areas, golf courses and even the Appalachian Trail. Being part of New England, western Massachusetts also boasts four distinct and enjoyable seasons, from the comfortable summer months to the colorful fall and pristine winters.
As a small city with surrounding rural towns, Pittsfield has a reasonable cost of living and relaxing short commutes without giving up modern life amenities. We are centrally located in the northeast, providing easy access to all of the attractions New England can offer. Boston and New York City are both less than a 3 hour drive away.
The Berkshires are Calling!
