Program Manager (CVG)

Position: Program Manager

Location: Cincinnati, OH (CVG Airport area)

Description:
Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, the Program Manager will be the primary point of contact for each project both internally and with the customer. This position is responsible for managing all phases of assigned projects. A typical project includes engineering development, prototype manufacturing, an aircraft installation, FAA certification and transition to production.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Sales team to ensure full understanding of the project scope and constraints.
• Be the primary point of contact, post kick-off, both internally and with the customer.
• Work with the project team to develop the project plan, including requirements, tasks, schedule, budget, and identifying risks and material requirements.
• Facilitate internal communications regarding project execution to ensure all impacted departments are working with the most accurate information.
• Maintain and track the project schedule, action items, open issues, risks, budget variances, and scope changes.
• Lead all project meetings with a focus on project execution to ensure the quality and timeliness of deliverables, and completion of the project scope.
• Communicate the current project status and issues to the customer through weekly teleconferences and status emails.
• Lead Design Review meetings with the customer.
• Ensure project scope is completed, project data is archived, and lessons learned are recorded.
• Ensure proper adherence to all L2, customer and FAA processes.
• Update, analyze and present departments metrics when assigned by the department Manager.
• Lead and represent the department in the department Manager’s absence.
• Other duties as assigned not specifically stated herein.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. in Engineering or other technical field preferred.
• Project Management Professional, PMP, certification required.
• 3 years project/program management experience required.
• Ability to manage 2-4 medium to large projects at the same time required.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills required.
• Ability to lead and manage cross functional teams in a matrix organization required.
• Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organization
• Experience in managing stakeholders.
• Outstanding knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes.
• Experienced in interfacing with governing bodies such as the FAA or EAS, and their representatives strongly preferred.
• Experience working on large transport-category aircraft strongly preferred.
• Enjoys the challenges of working projects that vary greatly and have distinct potential to require significant changes or alterations in mid-stream, remaining flexible and adaptable.

Required:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-sensitive environment.
• Proven ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks within a group environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to successfully lead remote team members and ensure the highest level of performance and commitment.
• Ability to interpret, negotiate, capture, and manage customer requirements and expectations.
• Working knowledge of computers and related software.
• Ability to routinely represent program management and company to stakeholders.
• Ability to be the company spokesperson for key programs.
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image to customers.
• Ability to communicate in an assertive yet professional, motivating, and tactful manner.
• Must be an effective communicator both verbally and in writing with strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Must be able to travel if/as required.
• Must pass background verification, pre-employment drug testing, and submit to company's Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program.
• Must be legally able to work in the USA and supply required supporting documentation.

Please note that initial training for certain positions may take place at our Dripping Springs, Texas location, and could last between four to six weeks, depending on the role and the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Company Quality Policy:

L2 is committed to quality and continuous improvement in all areas of our organization. We provide solutions based on our customers' needs and are dedicated to ensuring that all expectations are surpassed. We are fanatical in ensuring our solutions meet or exceed regulatory and customer requirements. Working as a team, all employees are involved in the continuous quality improvement process to ensure that the company goals for quality, timeliness, responsiveness, and innovation are met, thereby ensuring customer satisfaction.

Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dental Insurance
401(k)
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Shift Differential Pay
Life Insurance
Referral Program
Employee Discount Programs
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Professional Development Assistance
Employee Assistance Program