Aerospace Program Manager

Crane Co.; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

401k Retirement Plan with company match

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Co. is looking for a Program Manager to lead and manage cross-functional teams in Elyria, OH. The Program Manager will oversee product development programs, focusing on customer satisfaction, schedule adherence, and cost management. Responsibilities include managing project scope, leading Integrated Product Teams, and ensuring a smooth transition to production.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in program management, preferably in automotive, aerospace, or medical fields. A BS degree in Engineering is required, along with leadership skills and proficiency in Microsoft Project.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Program Management or related project management position.
• Expert in Program Management philosophies and processes.
• Proficient understanding of design and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for cross-functional teams.
• Manage program costs and monitor project scope.
• Facilitate transition of product from design to production.
• Mentor Program Managers as needed on responsibilities.
• Establish positive relations with customers.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Planning & Organizing

Decision-Making Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Education

BS degree in Engineering or technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

**Crane Aerospace and Electronics** has an exciting opportunity for a **Program Manager**at our **Elyria, OH** location.Program Managers provide leadership and management of cross functional business, technical, and operations teams while assuming accountability for overall success of assigned product development programs. Program management responsibilities extend from customer proposal to program inception, through the successful transition to production processing after completion of qualification testing / certification compliance and production readiness reviews. Program success is measured by customer satisfaction of the development process and technical solution, accomplishment of schedule milestones, and adherence to recurring and non-recurring cost targets.* **Proposal Review*** **Program Planning** + Create, monitor, and update program plans in sufficient detail which define the required processes / activities of various functional groups to achieve customer defined milestones / deliverables within Crane process guidelines.* **IPT Leadership*** **Customer Coordination** + Establish and maintain positive working relationships with customers through frequent oral and written communication. + Coordinate customer required technical and program progress reviews.* **Scope Management** + Proactively manage project scope to ensure only what was agreed to is delivered. + Ensure changes in scope are thoroughly documented and approved through a standardized change management process.* **Cost Management** + Monitor and control program costs associated with non-recurring engineering activities during the Design and Development phases of the program. + Maintain project team focus on the initial business model and design to cost targets related to recurring product cost.* **Schedule Management*** **Issue / Risk Management** + Identify, track, manage, and assist in resolving program issues. + Identify, manage, and assist in mitigation of program risks (technical, schedule, and cost) through a standardized risk management process.* **Transition To Production** + Facilitate a complete and orderly transition of the product from the program’s engineering design and development phase to full scale production through a standardized production readiness review process.* **Metrics & Progress Reviews** + Proactively disseminate project information to stake holders (core team, leadership team, and customers) by defining, collecting data for, and presenting program metrics in a standardized program review / audit process. Metrics should be centered around program schedule, costs, and completion of program deliverables.* Mentor Program Managers as needed on above responsibilities.* Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.* Review and evaluate technical and business aspects of customer requests for proposals and / or change requests.* Support and lead elements of customer bid packages and internal project appropriation requests including coordination and review of statement of work, technical proposal requirements compliance, engineering cost estimates, and program schedules.* Lead, manage, and motivate Integrated Product Teams (IPT) through effective utilization of personnel assigned to the project from all functional groups within the company.* Coordinate sufficient in-house product reviews with various functional groups to ensure product designs are manufacturable and meet cost targets while satisfying customer specifications.* Develop and ensure adherence to standard processes and procedures throughout all phases of the program.* Coordinate with supply chain and operations team members to facilitate the new product introduction process and ensure program hardware delivery requirements meet customer and program needs.* Develop and maintain a detailed resource loaded program schedule.* Ensure all stakeholders understand the program schedule.* Prioritize resources and tasks to drive key milestone adherence.- Experience: 5 + years’ experience in Program Management or related project management type position. Preferably in automotive, aerospace or medical industries.- Knowledge: Expert in Program Management philosophies and processes. Possess sufficient technical aptitude to understand design and production processes relate to Crane A&E products.- Skills/Abilities: Excellent Leadership Skills, Results Focus, Customer Service Orientation, Action Orientation, Planning & Organizing, Teamwork & Cooperation, Business Acumen, Decision-Making Skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Project and other PC based office tools.- Education/Certification: BS degree in Engineering or technical discipline.**Preferred Qualifications:**- Experience in engineering product development and certification processes- Experience in Aerospace product development and certification processes- **Benefits:**Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month- **401k Retirement Plan:**401k plan with company match- **Education Reimbursement:**eligible after 6 months of employmentYou can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.Crane’s Aerospace & Electronics (A&E) segment is a trusted industry leader providing reliable, high-precision technologies that drive innovative solutions for our customers in the commercial aerospace, military aerospace, defense, and space markets. Crane A&E delivers proven systems, reliable components, and flexible solutions that excel in tough environments — from engines and landing gear to satellites, missiles and electronic countermeasure devices. We invented many of the fundamental technologies that are now the industry standard with a track record for performance, reliability and innovation. Crane A&E also combines its vast industry experience with investment in R&D to drive breakthrough innovation and transformative solutions fully aligned with our customers’ future needs.