Program Manager (Aerospace)

Program Manager (Aerospace)

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy markets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

Program Manager (Aerospace)

The Program Manager (Aerospace) will manage and is accountable for the contract performance for programs or a set of related projects to achieve programmatic business objectives throughout the program lifecycle. Serve as the customer support and ensures effective program management processes, schedule, cost, resources, risk, program change management, and commitments to customers are met.

Responsibilities:

• Manages a program or combination of programs of broad scope and complexity. Programs typically are for a large or a diverse set of customers, market segment(s) or product line(s).
• Responsible for integrated program schedules, data integration, tracking of financial and quality performance, and implementation of corrective actions covering all areas of program responsibility. Addresses critical issues on complex programs and leads the team to develop action plans to improve performance.
• Ensures successful customer relationships by responding to all customer requests and serving as the primary point of contact for assigned program activities, status and problem resolution. Is responsible for the negotiation of contract changes related to scope management.
• Serves as key presenter and facilitator at major program reviews. Ensures meeting actions are documented and communicated.
• Acts as a consultant to management on specific programs or overall program management. Establishes goals and objectives required to complete programs. Provides mentoring within program management and leadership to varied project teams.
• Works closely with other internal marketing and external sales teams to pursue new opportunities emerging from existing programs

Qualifications:

• Education requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, business or a related field. Advanced degree (MS/MBA) is preferred.
• Years of experience: 5-7 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing industry.
• Certification: PMP certification required, typically within 6 months of assignment. Additional certifications (e.g. PMP, PMI ‐ PMP) preferred.
• Prior program or significant project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through five to seven years related work experience.
• Expert knowledge and proficiency with program management processes, methodology, and architecture.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate business skills and lead multiple projects, professional staff, and cross functional matrixed teams.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and the marketplace associated with fielded product or service.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace commercial or military contracting and procurement requirements and understanding of financial, labor cost systems, and production processes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex policies, contractual language, and financial reports.
• Ability to respond to and negotiate with customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to develop effective written communication and present information to various levels of management, customers, and/or suppliers.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

• Pay Range: $111450 to $195150 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")