Mgr., Retirement Programs

General Dynamics is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. With over 100,000 employees in 71 countries, we operate globally through four business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Marine Systems, and Technologies.

As a Corporate Headquarters employee, working in Reston, Virginia, you will gain a broad understanding of the General Dynamics’ portfolio; work with accomplished professionals; and grow your career while your leadership invests in your continued professional success.

General Dynamics is committed to helping our employees and their families lead healthy, productive lives. General Dynamics offers a wide array of plans in its flexible benefits program with options to help our employees succeed at work and at home.

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans Employer that is committed to hiring a talented workforce.  EOE/Disability/Veteran. 

The Manager, Retirement Programs is responsible for the governance, administration, and compliance of General Dynamics’ enterprise-wide retirement benefit programs, including defined contribution (401(k)) and defined benefit (pension) plans. As a key member of the Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) Benefits team, this role provides subject matter expertise, oversees outsourced service providers, ensures regulatory compliance, and leads complex projects that support employees, mitigate risk, and align with organizational objectives.

This position partners closely with senior leadership, external vendors, and internal stakeholders, and plays an important role in audit management, regulatory filings, M&A support, and retirement plan strategy.  In this role you will be responsible for the following:

Plan Governance & Compliance

• Ensure retirement benefit programs are administered in accordance with plan documents, ERISA, IRS, DOL, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
• Oversee nondiscrimination testing and other compliance activities for defined contribution and defined benefit plans.
• Lead implementation of regulatory and legislative changes impacting retirement programs.
• Oversee required filings and reporting, including Forms 5500, 5330, 990, CASB filings, and related compliance submissions.
• Manage Voluntary Compliance Program (VCP) and Voluntary Fiduciary Correction Program (VFCP) filings, as applicable.

Vendor & Audit Management

• Manage relationships with recordkeepers, third-party administrators, actuaries, auditors, and other service providers to ensure service quality, data accuracy, and adherence to contractual timelines.
• Coordinate and respond to external audits, including employee benefit plan (EBP) audits, DOL audits, and other governmental inquiries.
• Research and resolve complex participant, vendor, and business unit issues related to retirement plans, escalating matters to senior leadership as appropriate.

Analytics, Reporting & Communications

• Utilize PeopleSoft and other systems to analyze plan data, eligibility, participation, and operational metrics.
• Develop reports, analyses, and presentations for senior management, the GD Investment Committee, and other governance bodies.
• Prepare or review written materials, including employee communications, regulatory notices, and summary plan descriptions (SPDs).
• Support retirement-related disclosures and reporting for annual proxy statements.

Leadership & Team Support

• Provide day-to-day guidance, direction, and support to retirement program staff to ensure timely and accurate completion of work.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations in alignment with annual merit and review processes.
• Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement within the benefits team.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and participate in complex, cross-functional projects, including plan mergers, eligibility analyses, compliance initiatives, and operational enhancements.
• Continuously evaluate processes and controls to improve efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience; recommend enhancements to management.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

And, other duties as assigned.

You must possess the following to qualify for this opportunity:

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting retirement plan matters in a large, complex, or publicly traded organization
• Strong knowledge of retirement plan regulations, compliance requirements, and fiduciary considerations.

Additional Information

• This position is based on-site at General Dynamics’ Corporate Headquarters (GD CHQ) in Reston, VA.
• Must be willing to work at GD CHQ Monday through Friday and in emergency situations as needed.

For Individuals with Disabilities, Medical Conditions, or Physical or Mental Impairments: General Dynamics CHQ is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals. General Dynamics CHQ provides reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance during any part of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.

If you need assistance applying for this position, please send an email to accommodations@generaldynamics.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.

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