NWS Alarm Communication & Display (AC&D) Deputy PM Engineering

Pittsfield, MA DEFENSE Full-time Posted Sep 23, 2026
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About this role

General Dynamics Mission Systems is hiring a NWS Alarm Communication & Display (AC&D) Deputy PM Engineering, full-time, on-site in Pittsfield, MA, in the DEFENSE sector.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. 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.

Responsibilities for this Position

Make the world’s most advanced Physical Security Systems even smarter.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:As a Deputy Program Manager - Engineering (DPME) for the NWS Program in the Strategic Systems Business you’ll lead a highly skilled cross functional team responsible for the development, implementation, and testing of advanced Physical Security Systems for our Naval customer.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

Strong background in full product lifecycle development

Experience leading teams of 10-20 engineers through large scale system design and implementation

Managing engineering resources (e.g. staff assignments, capital equipment, etc.), organizational interfaces, and engineering scope

What sets you apart:

Proven communication and ability to interface with internal and customer leadership

Advanced knowledge of technologies, principles, theories and concepts

Fosters an environment to motivate and push for professional development for yourself and others

Strategically manages risks, opportunities, and conflict resolution.

Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Experience with integrating Hardware and Software into scalable systems

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 nation’s 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:

This position is fully on-site with opportunities to work remotely when that type of work is available.

While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield, MA facility.

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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 $152,462.00 - USD $169,138.00 /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!

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