Advanced Business Administration Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities for this Position

Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they're often classified. That's what you'll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you'll work with amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS).

At GDMS, we provide premium systems, services, and products for the Department of Defense, government agencies and commercial clients. We are a technology leader in numerous areas including technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; combat systems; torpedoes; cyber security; knowledge management; and electronic warfare.

Overview

The Advanced Business Admin Specialist is responsible for managing complex data, financial budgets, administrative tasks, and project coordination with minimal supervision, ensuring efficient operations and supporting organizational goals. This role requires advanced knowledge of industry practices, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.

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

• Experience with data extraction, transformation, and visualization using tools such as Power BI and Excel
• Familiarity with AI tools and technologies and applying them to business processes
• Background in budget management, financial forecasting, or performance reporting
• Experience coordinating projects or serving as a liaison across multiple business functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Power BI

What you'll experience

• Identifying and implementing AI-driven solutions to improve day-to-day work processes
• Supporting budget development, monitoring, and status reporting across the organization
• Building charts, graphics, and dashboards that inform key organizational decisions
• Coordinating cross-functional projects with teams spanning Business, Finance, Facilities, IT, HR, and Security
• Contributing directly to departmental and program goals in a mission-critical environment

What you bring to the table

• Proficiency in data mining, manipulation, and visualization using Microsoft Excel and Power BI
• Working knowledge of AI tools with demonstrated ability to integrate them into work processes
• Strong application of finance concepts and principles, including budgeting and forecasting
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy
• Proven ability to manage sensitive information with integrity and compliance

What sets you apart

• Familiarity with GDMS business systems supporting engineering environments
• Ability to independently execute complex, multi-faceted projects with little direction
• Track record of quickly grasping new information and applying it to solve moderately complex problems
• Experience integrating emerging technologies to drive measurable process improvements

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

Salary Note

Combined Salary Range

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans