Programs & Projects Manager

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible as the department head for the Program Management department. This department is responsible for cost, schedule, and performance of all Airbus DS Military Aircraft, Inc. (ADSMA) programs, company risk management, program flight operations coordination, DCMA related training, and proposal development.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall scope of ADSMA programs, including cost, schedule, technical performance and quality of the contracts.
• This position will coordinate with team members from other ADSMA departments to ensure program contracts are run as efficiently as possible.
• Collaborate with other ADSMA departments, Airbus US Business Development, and Airbus DS Sales and Services, to respond to customer and sales team Request for Proposals (RFP). Responsible for producing profitable and executable proposals addressing customer requirements.
• Provide current program planning and execution updates to senior management and team members with report status on the program, cost, performance, schedule, and risk.
• Ensure proper management of program planning requirements are being met.
• Coordinate with appropriate contracting and legal team members to ensure programs, planning, and integration are being managed per contractual requirements and all contract deliverables are provided to the customer on time.
• Apply guidance and redirection as required to ensure programs stay on track.
• Oversee risk management strategy and risk management plans to identify, assess, document, and manage program and company risks.
• Oversee the creation and management of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in terms of schedule and cost, working with the program management coordinators for MRO and engineering projects throughout the lifecycle of projects.
• Support collaboration with the production floor to establish production schedules, priorities, weekly and monthly production planning, and resources allocation.
• Maintain and update Programs database to track status of purchase orders, milestone dates, and other program planning requirements.
• Develop KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) for tracking maintenance activities.
• Plan and monitor projects to ensure on time, on quality, and on budget.
• Utilize the company's ERP system to report on profitability.
• Assist in bid and proposals using database of cost and data built/tracked during execution of programs.
• Regular attendance is required as outlined in the Company's attendance policy.
• This position must strictly comply with the Airbus corporate policy on Business Ethics and Compliance.

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline such as Business Management, Management, or Engineering from an accredited educational institution; Master's Degree is preferred.
• Aircraft Maintenance Knowledge.
• Experience managing programs with international customers/partners desired.

Experience:

• 5 years of experience working in a planning or program management environment, preferably in an aviation or aerospace environment.
• Aircraft Maintenance knowledge.
• Experience managing programs with international customers/partners desired.
• Prior government or military contracts experience.
• Prior experience with FARs and DFARs is a plus.
• Familiarity with earned value management is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Office product knowledge and MS Project experience is a plus.
• Smartsheet's experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Highly organized individual with ability to work with no supervision and have a strong record of consistent success exercising sound judgment and independence.
• An integrity driven professional who will ensure all work is of a quality that is expected from an Airbus OEM.
• Must be able to interact cordially and productively with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, and customers.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including MS Project.

Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):

• Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken) and presentation skills required. Must present clear and concise briefings and reports to customers and executives.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of accuracy, thoroughness, and confidentiality of work.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Travel Required:

• Less than 5% domestic travel may be required.

Eligibility:

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card) Holder

Nature of Contacts:

• Involved Communication on a regular basis with internal and external parties.
• Involved, negotiation type communication, on a frequent basis with internal and external parties.

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to HR@airbusus.com.