Program Manager - Philadelphia, United States - AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corporation

Description

Job Title:
Program ManagerDepartment: Program ManagementReport to: Senior Manager, Program Management

Direct Reports:
NoneLocation(s): Philadelphia


SUMMARY:

Responsible to guarantee achievement of time and cost target during the entire lifecycle of each program from review of the initial proposal with the appropriate Business Unit ( Government / Commercial ) through the delivery to include post-delivery and customer objectives.

The main focus is issuing and managing the relevant Work Order that is the controlling document for each single helicopter built or modified.

Interface with all AWPC/LH departments at all levels of the organization.

Determine customer requirements and translate these into organizational plans (Integrated Master Schedules-IMS), Risk Assessments, Schedule Metric generation and reporting, and all activities related to execution of the Program.

Responsible for reporting the status of each program to Head of Program Management and Top Management.

Available to travel to participate to Trade Show and/or to support Bid s and Proposals, Programs and/or to visit Vendors.

Program Management is responsible for preparing proposals and leading projects in aerospace. They must know the fundamentals of air transport, FAA regulation, and revenue management. Their responsibilities may also include field and management support, and building client relationships for aerospace companies.
They work closely with engineers. Manage the implementation, coordination and reporting for programs or contracts. Configuration Management, defining points of introduction for engineering changes.
Track program risks and costs.
Manage staffing and successful performance of team members.
Develop timelines for the program.

#Duties and Responsibilities:

% of Time1Feasibility analysis; cost / time / certification / system interface to includebut not be limited to developmental systems with suppliers andwithin all AWPC departments as needed.2Provide clear direction on configurations to engineering and the entireAWPC team to produce and deliver each aircraft on schedule andwithin budget. Work Authorization3Conduct various meetings and generate reports / written details thatwill be required in order to bring the teams together and generate aunified approach to close program projects4Make daily decisions based on available internal / external data /experience5Monitor configuration changes and suggest solutions & limits forconfiguration changes that may have a negative impact onproduction cycles. Change Management6Work with PM and BUs in order to assure the delivery planand recommend aircraft serial number assignments based on companyand client objectives.7Perform other duties and fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.8Monitor the current cost vs.

planned budget and report to Senior PM/Head of PM to take corrective actions, as neededTASK TOTAL:50%GOALS (Department/Company/Individual) - Responsible for successful completion


GOALS TOTAL:
50%TOTAL100%


QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience BA/BS degree in Business, Engineering or related as a minimum. Aviation maintenance background helpful3-5 years in aviation industry. It is desirable experience including contracts, maintenance and materials management. Education may be substituted for experience.
Specific knowledge of the LHD products is a plus.

Basic understanding of accounting, Airworthiness and understanding of Aircraft maintenance programs (including the functions of QC and QA) is desirable.

Knowledge of Italian language is a plus.
Understanding & ability to use Excel, Project, Powerpoint, for spreadsheets and technical writing.
Communicates well at all levels of the organization. Able to make decisions and have follow through and ensure projects are closed. Prioritize program projects & tasks. Team player and also works well individuallyCompetencies & Attributes Problem Solving/Decision MakingPlanning and OrganizingSelf-Development/EnhancementProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc)Strong communicator in the English language, both written and oralTime management and organizational skillsInterpersonal skills using good judgment, patience and courtesyEstablish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with othersLicensure/Certification PMPGreen/Black BeltEqual Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability#J-18808-Ljbffr