Defense Project Manager — Secret Clearance (On‑Site)

Spirit AeroSystems; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, seeks a Project/Program Manager to lead configuration control initiatives within Spirit Defense. You will apply business and management principles to deploy tools and processes that meet customer, company, and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 3+ years of PM experience, ability to obtain U.S. Secret Clearance, and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance and U.S. citizenship required.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Must be able to secure program access approval.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• SAP experience desirable.
• Knowledge of BCCM and PM best practices.
• Strong skills in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Deploy tools and processes to ensure configuration control in compliance with requirements.
• Plan and manage changes to product configurations and related information.
• Audit detailed work statements and develop project files.
• Develop and document functional processes related to change.
• Monitor progress and resolve issues with stakeholders across functions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional coordination

Leadership

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, KS, seeks a Project/Program Manager to lead configuration control initiatives within Spirit Defense. You will apply business and management principles to deploy tools and processes that meet customer, company, and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 3+ years of PM experience, ability to obtain U.S. Secret Clearance, and collaboration across cross-functional teams.