Advanced Program Performance Management Specialist

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Bloomington, MN • 2h ago

Job Duties Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant work 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.

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Help build the technologies, products, and services that support our nation's security. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you'll work alongside talented teams developing advanced solutions that make a meaningful impact.

As a Program Performance Management (PPM) Specialist, you'll help program teams manage cost, schedule, and performance for mission-critical work. You'll partner with program leadership, finance, engineers, and other team members to maintain accurate program data, identify trends, and support informed decisions. Using Earned Value Management (EVM) practices and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools and processes, you'll help keep programs on track to meet their commitments.

NOTE: This is a PPM/EVM role, it is NOT a PM or PMP role.

What you'll experience:

Supporting cost, schedule, forecasting, risk, and performance-management activities for one or more programs or contracts.

Helping develop and maintain program schedules, budgets, forecasts, work breakdown structures, and performance reports within contract requirements.

Collecting, organizing, and analyzing program data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, then sharing recommendations with program leadership.

Preparing program reviews, reports, charts, and customer-required documents while working with engineers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) leads, Control Account Managers (CAMs), finance, and program teams.

Participating in EVM and EVMS processes, internal reviews, proposal support, and continuous-improvement activities, with guidance from senior team members as needed.

What you bring to the table:

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience

Experience supporting project or program cost, schedule, financial, operations, or product life-cycle activities.

Working knowledge of EVM principles, EVMS processes, program performance reporting, and schedule-management practices.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with scheduling or cost-management tools such as Microsoft Project or Deltek Cobra is preferred.

Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage changing priorities.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

What sets you apart:

Experience supporting defense, federal, or other contract-based programs.

Familiarity with Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR) reporting, National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) guidelines, Estimates at Completion (EACs), or program financial processes.

Experience working with IPTs, CAMs, subcontractors, or finance partners.

Ability to identify risks, support root-cause and corrective-action activities, and contribute practical process improvements.

Curiosity and initiative in applying AI, new tools, or improved processes to strengthen program performance management.

Our Commitment to You

A meaningful career supporting practical solutions for our nation's security.

Opportunities to learn, grow, and work alongside award-winning technical teams.

Flexible work schedules, including an optional 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, healthcare, flex time off, wellness programs, and employee resource groups.

LI-Hybrid

Target salary range: USD $100,000.00/Yr. - USD $110,000.00/Yr. 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.

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

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

Minimum Education Required Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required 5 - 20 years

Shift First (Day)

Number of Openings 1

Public Transportation Accessible Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply No

Physical Required Yes

Drug Test Required Yes

Compensation $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 / Annually

Postal Code 55431

Job Type Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

2026-74937

Job Benefits

Not specified

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