Job Description

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Prototype Shop Area Manager - Vehicle Build and Assembly

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Manufacturing Operations

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Senior

Requisition ID: 15481105

Date Posted: Jan 21, 2025

Description: About the Role

This position reports to the Manager of the Prototype Shop. This is a leadership position managing non-bargaining unit Shop Supervisors and ~35 bargaining unit Driver Mechanics. The selected candidate must demonstrate strong leadership qualities such as integrity, resilience, accountability, decision making, communication, empathy and respect.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Onsite or Hybrid:

• This is an on-site role, comprising of 100% on-site.

What We Offer:

If you are just starting your career or are an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled and updated fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Prototype Shop Area Manager - Vehicle Build and Assembly

Position Description:

• Area Manager in the Vehicle Assembly (Hi-Bay) area within the Prototype Shop organization.
• Individual will be responsible for all vehicle assembly development efforts for both new product and existing product improvements, to ensure build plans are executed within schedule and budget.
• Direct management of bargaining unit employees in the vehicle assembly, paint booth and hose fabrication areas.
• Manage unique aspects of providing driver/mechanic BU employees for test site activities.
• Coordinate with Union Leadership on matters including but not limited to overtime, travel, training, personnel issues.
• Provide leadership, coaching and direction for personnel to ensure customers' needs are met.
• Conduct daily status meetings and cross-shift meetings as necessary.
• Ensure personnel are trained/certified to perform operations prior to job assignments.
• Create, maintain, and foster an environment of continuous improvement and lean strategies, reduce cycle times, floor inventory, reduce costs and improve employee participation and satisfaction.
• Facilitate the development of team members as a Whole Systems Business Model (WSBM) Team Advisor.
• Perform hands on scheduling of tasks (e.g., leading or supporting assembly, interfacing with Engineering and/or program management to resolve issues).
• Provide input on quotations/bids for new work.
• Attend build meetings and provide status to Program Leadership.
• Track job performance and be able to present status to upper management.
• Utilize various systems/applications and maintain compliance with department processes and procedures including ISO and IPS standards.
• Develop SMART personal and business performance goals for shop supervisors.
• Complete quarterly/annual performance reviews and compensation discussions.

Qualifications Sought:

• Minimum of Bachelors degree (Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree).
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a manufacturing/engineering/related role.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective customer relationships.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Powerpoint).
• Experience working in Teamcenter, Vis Mockup, Power BI preferred.
• Ability to meet ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirements) and able to climb/enter Military vehicles.
• Must be able to comply with all Health & Safety requirements.
• Must successfully complete background check and pre-employment medical process to include a drug screen.
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Role

This position reports to the Manager of the Prototype Shop. This is a leadership position managing non-bargaining unit Shop Supervisors and ~35 bargaining unit Driver Mechanics. The selected candidate must demonstrate strong leadership qualities such as integrity, resilience, accountability, decision making, communication, empathy and respect.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Onsite or Hybrid:

• This is an on-site role, comprising of 100% on-site.

What We Offer:

If you are just starting your career or are an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled and updated fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Prototype Shop Area Manager - Vehicle Build and Assembly

Position Description:

• Area Manager in the Vehicle Assembly (Hi-Bay) area within the Prototype Shop organization.
• Individual will be responsible for all vehicle assembly development efforts for both new product and existing product improvements, to ensure build plans are executed within schedule and budget.
• Direct management of bargaining unit employees in the vehicle assembly, paint booth and hose fabrication areas.
• Manage unique aspects of providing driver/mechanic BU employees for test site activities.
• Coordinate with Union Leadership on matters including but not limited to overtime, travel, training, personnel issues.
• Provide leadership, coaching and direction for personnel to ensure customers' needs are met.
• Conduct daily status meetings and cross-shift meetings as necessary.
• Ensure personnel are trained/certified to perform operations prior to job assignments.
• Create, maintain, and foster an environment of continuous improvement and lean strategies, reduce cycle times, floor inventory, reduce costs and improve employee participation and satisfaction.
• Facilitate the development of team members as a Whole Systems Business Model (WSBM) Team Advisor.
• Perform hands on scheduling of tasks (e.g., leading or supporting assembly, interfacing with Engineering and/or program management to resolve issues).
• Provide input on quotations/bids for new work.
• Attend build meetings and provide status to Program Leadership.
• Track job performance and be able to present status to upper management.
• Utilize various systems/applications and maintain compliance with department processes and procedures including ISO and IPS standards.
• Develop SMART personal and business performance goals for shop supervisors.
• Complete quarterly/annual performance reviews and compensation discussions.

Qualifications Sought:

• Minimum of Bachelors degree (Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree).
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a manufacturing/engineering/related role.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective customer relationships.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Powerpoint).
• Experience working in Teamcenter, Vis Mockup, Power BI preferred.
• Ability to meet ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirements) and able to climb/enter Military vehicles.
• Must be able to comply with all Health & Safety requirements.
• Must successfully complete background check and pre-employment medical process to include a drug screen.
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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