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Space Force MUOS Deputy Program Manager Engineering

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS)Scottsdale, AZUSD $152,462.00 - USD $169,138.00 per year

This position supports the MUOS program by directing engineering activities from planning through delivery and ensuring systems satisfy program and customer expectations. The incumbent works across integrated program teams, operations, production, and external stakeholders to resolve technical issues and provide design guidance. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering performance, managing resources and changes, overseeing risks and opportunities, and contributing to proposals and engineering change initiatives. The role also involves team leadership, performance feedback, technical briefings, and monitoring measures such as earned value and process controls. It suits an experienced aerospace engineering or technical program leader who can communicate with senior customers, manage complex work, and obtain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related STEM field, plus 8+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree plus 6+ yearsU.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearanceExperience leading engineering or technical program activities in aerospace or defenseKnowledge of aerospace composite design and manufacturingStrong project management, communication, negotiation, and team leadership skillsExperience with earned value, CAM practices, SPI/CPI, and statistical process controls
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General Dynamics Mission Systems says it builds radios in Scottsdale, where it reported 2,475 workers in July 2025 and has Air Force radio work through 2027.

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