Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
Bachelor's degree in Business or Operations Management with relevant technical experience may be considered.
Proficiency in Solidworks or comparable CAD software.
Knowledge of engineering principles for stress analysis and finite element modeling.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Strong presentation skills with data and analysis.
Good oral and written communication skills in English.
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of project management including budget, schedule, procurement, quality, and risk.
Interface with clients to define project requirements and prepare necessary documentation.
Identify and recommend project delivery resources through qualification processes.
Lead project delivery teams to achieve project goals.
Implement communication plans to keep stakeholders informed through meetings and reports.
Ensure project documentation aligns with company and client requirements, maintaining data integrity.
Track project progress against goals and budgets, creating action plans as needed.
Assess change requests and manage change orders to minimize impacts on project scope and timelines.
Benefits
Full-time position with potential for career advancement.
Opportunity to work on projects in the aviation industry.
Engagement with cross-functional teams and clients.
On-site work arrangement preferred for hands-on experience.
Minimal domestic travel required.
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Summary:
The Engineering Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and drive the development, and execution for company projects. The Engineering Program Manager interfaces with multiple teams/departments to support the planning of projects, monitoring progress, managing risks, and maintaining project documentation and records in compliance to company and regulatory guidance.
Essential Job Duties:
Manages all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) for individual projects.
Interfaces directly with clients to define project requirements. Prepares scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimate & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
Identifies project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through individual project qualification process; conducts standard request for proposals; completes bid analysis; recommends resources.
Leads project delivery team providing guidance and direction to achieve project goals.
Implements communication plan for meetings and written reports/meeting minutes to keep stakeholders informed.
Implements project documentation governance aligned with company and Client requirements. Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely and coordinated.
Tracks progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, approved timelines. Reports status and variances. Creates action plans to meet objectives, budget and schedule.
Implements change management routines to assess change requests, make recommendations, secure client approvals, and issue change orders. Assesses change requests to determine impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk.
Secondary Duties:
Perform other duties as assigned.
Accountabilities:
Accountable to the Engineering Vice President.
Requirements
Job Qualifications:
Minimum
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related scientific field, or equivalent combination of experience and coursework.
A Bachelor of Science degree in Business or Operations Management with relevant technical experience may be considered.
Must have training and experience utilizing Solidworks (or comparable Computer Aided Design program) with demonstrable proficiency.
Must possess knowledge of engineering principles used in stress analysis, finite element modeling (FEM), 3D-computer modeling, and other analytical substantiation techniques.
Must possess extensive knowledge of personal computer systems with Microsoft Office.
Must be able to demonstrate strong presentation skills visually with data and analysis.
Must possess good oral and written communication skills, along with good organizational skills, and be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Preferred
Six (6) year industry experience in an engineering management field, preferably dealing in the design of passenger aircraft.
Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations, certification processes and related requirements.
Demonstrated knowledge of standard aircraft components, materials, fabrication practices, aviation hardware and proper application in design.
A PMP or PMI certification or similar industry certification.
Physical Requirements:
Must possess ability to work in company and supplier production facilities.
Preference is for on-site work arrangement.
Must also be able to lift and carry 15 lbs.
Must be able to sit and work effectively at a computer for extended periods of time.
Visual acuity must be a minimum of 20/40 corrected.
