About the Role:The Mobility and Structures Design Department is looking for an Area Manager for the Franchise Structures and Analysis group to provide functional engineering leadership to a growing group of engineers in the design and development of ground combat vehicle systems.Company InformationGeneral 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.Hybrid/Onsite: Due to the nature of the work, this role will require on-site presence up to 90%

　　What We Offer:Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.*  Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex SpendingCompetitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.401k Match (6%)Educational Assistance9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. 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 environmentOnsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness trackResponsibilities to Anticipate for this role:* Direct supervisory responsibility for a growing team of structures design engineers and structural analysis (FEA) including hiring and performance management and employee development.* Manage work assignments, budgets, and schedules to ensure high quality and timely work products.* Balance multiple priorities and programs through judgment and assessment of risk* Utilize metrics to measure quality and drive continuous improvement into work products and processes.* Review and approve work products such as new drawing/model releases, drawing/model changes, and analysis artifacts (reports)* Develop planning and proposal inputs and BOEs.* Manage manpower demand and meet staffingrequirements.* Utilize Teamcenter to assign work, review drawings and approve proposed changes.* Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications Sought:* Must be familiar with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint)* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Masters Degree is preferred.* Minimum of 15 years engineering experience, leadership experience preferred* Structural design experience and technical competency preferred* Analysis experience preferred* Track record of delivering applicable products on schedule/cost and with high quality* Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively* Mind-set to work collaboratively in a team environment for program success* Proven skills in the development of technical documents and oral communication* Strong technical writing and presentation skills sought.* Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint) required* TeamCenter experience (desired)Additional Information / Desired Experience*  This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)Previous experience working in the defense industry desired, ground-based Vehicle Systems preferred.This