Shield teams from external disruption while keeping leadership informed with clear, honest reporting on progress, risk, and trade-offs
Coach Scrum Masters and team leads on agile best practices, continuous improvement, and how to operate effectively within DoD program constraints
Own and improve the flow of work across the ART, using metrics (flow load, throughput, cycle time, predictability) to drive decisions, not just status
Coordinate with Systems Engineering, Integration & Test, and other functional leads to keep the program technically coherent
Build relationships across the program that make cross-cutting problems easier to solve, not harder
What sets you apart
Direct experience operating within DoD program structures (EVMS, IMS, CDRLs, IBR, control accounts) and the ability to connect that world to agile delivery
Track record of facilitating PI Planning or equivalent large-scale planning events
Experience coaching and developing Scrum Masters, not just running ceremonies yourself
Ability to work across engineering disciplines (software, systems, integration, test) and keep everyone pulling in the same direction
Comfort operating in environments with classification requirements, contractual constraints, and government oversight
Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
Strong enough technically to understand what the teams are building and where the real risks are
Interest in the DPME career path with a desire to lead through process, influence, and trust, not authority
Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
Team player who builds trust across organizational boundaries and measures success by what the teams deliver, not personal visibility
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
Our Commitment to You
An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
Workplace Options
On-Site at our Pittsfield, MA facility with some room for flexibility.
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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 $142,696.00 - USD $158,303.00 /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!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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