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Job Title: Operational Engineering Section Lead
Company Name: General Dynamics IT
Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 01/17/2026
Expire Date: 02/22/2026
Job Categories: Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Operational Engineering Section Lead

OPERATIONAL ENGINEERING SECTION LEAD
Guide high performing technical teams and ensure seamless execution of mission critical tasks as a Section Lead. In this role, youll bridge strategic program direction with hands on task execution, strengthening mission outcomes and advancing your leadership career at GDIT.


MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Section Lead, the work youll do at GDIT directly supports the mission of U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM). You will provide focused leadership across a defined section of the program, ensuring technical accuracy, operational consistency, and alignment with program objectives for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and Deployed Forces (DF) portions of the Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN).
Lead day to day execution of assigned technical tasks by coordinating the efforts of capability task leads, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with established cost, schedule, and performance goals.
Serve as the primary integrator between capability task leads and program leadership, translating program level direction into actionable guidance and ensuring consistent communication across the section.
Support planning and resource coordination by identifying section level requirements, assisting with workload distribution, and providing input to program leadership on staffing, risks, and dependencies.
Ensure technical and operational quality by reviewing deliverables, validating compliance with Army Enterprise LWN standards, and reinforcing adherence to DoD and Army Cybersecurity Policies (e.g., AR 25 2, AR 25 1).
Facilitate issue resolution by identifying section level challenges early, coordinating with task leads and program leadership, and recommending corrective actions to maintain mission effectiveness.
Contribute to documentation and reporting by preparing section specific updates, metrics, and technical inputs for program level plans, proposals, and briefings.
Provide direct support to government customers and crossfunctional teams across all contract/PWS tasks, ensuring effective delivery of services on customerowned technologies. Maintain a working understanding of the systems, tools, and platforms used by the customer, enabling the Section Lead to guide break/fix activities, technology upgrades, cybersecurity requirements, and the integration of new capabilities in accordance with contract and PWS obligations.


WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to mission success to GDIT. The Section Lead must have:
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
Experience: 710 years of experience in the information technology field, including prior team or task level leadership
Technical skills: Working knowledge of Army Enterprise LWN capabilities, tools, and operational constructs; proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Project, and Microsoft Visio

NETCOM experience desired
Security clearance level: Secret
US citizenship required
Role requirements: DoD 8570.1 M IAT Level II Certification required.

ITIL v4 Foundation Certification and PMP or equivalent project leadership certification desired. This role is a full time position located at Fort Huachuca, AZ.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in program management at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

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Company Name: General Dynamics IT
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