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Education Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 10 years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience. Agile experience required. Clearance Requirements: Department of Defense TS/SCI clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of 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. ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. As a Release Train Engineer, you will enable, manage, and optimize the overall Agile Release Train (ART). The team will operate as a larger SCRUM of SCRUMs. The ideal candidate is a certified Release Train Engineer and has experience on a large solution Software program. We are willing to train the right candidate. An example of the “right candidate for development” has been a SCRUM master on a HW/SW solution and knows JIRA and Confluence or equivalent tool suite. Another example is someone who understands DOD domain/programs well, has a demonstrated capability to think at a Systems Level, and has a growth mindset. Representative Duties and Tasks:: Manage and optimize the flow of value through the Agile Release Train (ART) using JIRA and Confluence, and customization we build in the Power BI dashboard Establish and communicate the annual calendars for Iterations and Program Increments (PIs) Facilitate PI Planning readiness by fostering a Continuous Exploration process that drives the synthesis of a Vision, a Roadmap, and Backlogs through Pre and Post planning events Contact with Deputy Program Managers Engineering (DPME) and other professionals within the Engineering department and with project teams across the company Focus areas: Coordinate across subcontractors and tasks and priorities. Developing mitigation plans to maintain schedule and program requirements Develop overall RTE planning in collaboration with customer and key engineering functions Background Importance: Familiarity with Space/Ground Systems, hybrid-cloud enterprise solutions, and large-scale program integration What sets you apart: Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others 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 located in Pittsburgh PA. On-site work is required and Hybrid/Flex work schedule is permitted. Please note that this this position is not 100% remote. While on-site or flexing at home, you will be a part of the Space, Cyber, and Intelligence Line of Business. LI-Hybrid 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. USD $174,553.60 - USD $193,645.40 /Yr. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems. We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing. We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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