Program Specialist
London, ON, Canada
Location: London, Canada
Date Posted: Mar 13, 2024
Requisition ID: 2176
Job Category: Program/Project Management
Career Level: P54 - Specialist
Remote Work Options: Onsite
Clearance Type: Ability to obtain
At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.
Key Job Elements:
Monitor, coordinate and report on program activities within the scope of the contract to ensure deliverables achieve cost, schedule and performance
Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers to facilitate effective contract execution
Liaise between various multi-disciplined teams in support of program objectives
Coordinate all CDRL deliveries and program schedule milestones
Lead proposals through the organization
Lead progress meetings with internal teams, coordinating resolution and follow up on technical or programmatic issues
Develop and maintain reporting/presentations to a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Support bid and proposal process
Track program proposals and payment plans
Support managing risk elements of the program
Track monthly performance reports and take appropriate action, as required
Exercise a mindset of continuous process improvements and efficiencies
Ensure all Program activities meet compliance requirements (ITAR/EAR/FCPA/GP/SOX, etc.)
Assume coverage for Associate Program Manager, as required
Short term special assignments, as required
Required Qualifications: University degree or college diploma
Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience, including project management experience
Ability to respond to customer requirements and manage expectations while ensuring satisfaction
Customer and detail oriented with a demonstrated ability to plan, analyze and solve problems
Superior organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities and multi-task under pressure
Self-motivated and effective in a multi-disciplinary team, including to facilitate discussions
Experience developing and delivering presentations
Strong oral, written, and presentation communication skills
Experience in MS Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
Understanding of GDLS-C Program processes and measurements
Ability to travel and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications: PMP designation or working towards
Familiarity with various functional areas of the business
Product knowledge and defense industry or military experience
Previous experience working with government contracts
Related customer experience
Experience creating or maintaining metrics or other performance reports
EVMS and Bid-X experience
Ability to travel (10% Canadian & 10% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport. General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for our employees. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.
If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact [email protected] if you need accommodation.
It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.
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