Program Manager

Parker Aerospace; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan participation

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Parker Aerospace is seeking a Program Manager to oversee contract performance across divisional programs, guiding schedules, costs, resources, and risk throughout the lifecycle. You will advocate for the customer and ensure commitments are met while managing a moderately complex program or set of programs.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in engineering/sciences/business with eight+ years of experience, including leadership of multiple projects in aerospace and strong cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business or related field; PMP certification required.
• Eight or more years of related work experience; two+ years leading multiple projects; aerospace experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of program management processes, methodology, and architecture.
• Ability to lead cross-functional matrixed teams and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer requirements are met and manage the program charter, baseline plan, and other PM components.
• Maintain integrated program schedules, data integration, and track financial and quality performance; drive corrective actions.
• Lead development of program plans for mature and new product development programs.
• Organize and lead programs by defining required expertise; manage plans, budgets, staffing, and development.
• Oversee task planning, resource requirements, and communicate priorities to functional areas.
• Serve as primary customer contact for program activities and negotiate contract changes.
• Present at major program reviews and document actions.
• Mentor teams on program management principles and share knowledge.
• Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and associations.

Skills

PMP certification

Aerospace experience

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Sciences/Business

PMP certification

Tools

PM software

MS Office

ERP/financial tools

Job description

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is by focusing on everyone’s talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.

Position Summary

The Program Manager manages and is accountable for the contract performance for divisional programs or a set of related projects to achieve programmatic business objectives throughout the program lifecycle. Serves as the customer advocate and ensures effective program management processes, schedule, cost, resources, risk, project change management, and commitments to customers are met. Manages a program or combination of programs of moderate scope and complexity. Programs typically are for a defined set of customers, market segment(s) or product line(s). Program scope is generally evaluated based on non‑recurring engineering (NRE) cost of the program(s).

Essential Functions

• Ensures customer requirements are met and are in the best interests of Parker by creating the program charter, baseline plan, and other program management components. Ensures that the cost basis and/or pricing is correct by evaluating resource requirements, and performing risk analyses, as described by AGS PRM‑01 (Program Management Policy).
• Responsible for integrated program schedules, data integration, tracking of financial and quality performance, and implementation of corrective actions covering all areas of program responsibility. Addresses critical issues on complex programs and leads the team to develop action plans to improve performance.
• Leads the development of program plans covering mature and new product development programs. Participates in program planning efforts; directs all phases of programs throughout the program lifecycle.
• Organizes and leads programs by defining and identifying required expertise; provides feedback on contribution land performance to team members and/or their direct manager if in a matrix role. Responsible for plans, budgets, staffing, training, and development of direct staff.
• Oversees and approves task planning on programs including resource requirements and effort estimates related to program performance. Establishes and communicates overall priorities and changing program requirements to functional areas.
• Ensures successful customer relationships by responding to all customer requests and serving as the primary point of contact for assigned program activities, status and problem resolution. Is responsible for the negotiation of contract changes related to scope management.
• Serves as key presenter and facilitator at major program reviews. Ensures meeting actions are documented and communicated.
• Acts as a consultant to management on specific programs or overall program management. Establishes goals and objectives required to complete programs. Provides mentoring within program management and leadership to varied project teams.
• Maintains professional and technical/product knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical/specialty publications, and/or participating in professional associations. Shares specialized knowledge with others and serves as a resource on program management principles and practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business, or a related field. PMP certification required, typically within 6 months of assignment; advanced degree (MS/MBA) and additional certifications (e.g., PgMP, PMI‑RMP) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through eight or more years related work experience; including two or more years leading multiple projects of varying complexity and scope and direct leadership of teams. Aerospace experience highly preferred.
• In‑depth knowledge and proficiency with program management processes, methodology, and architecture.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate business skills and lead cross‑functional matrixed teams across a suite of related projects.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and the marketplace associated with fielded product or service.
• In‑depth knowledge of aerospace commercial or military contracting and procurement requirements and understanding of financial and labor cost systems and production processes.
• Proficient in the use of business applications software and the ability to use specialized project management and financial applications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex policies, contractual language, and financial reports.Ability to respond to and negotiate with customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to develop effective written communication and present information to various levels of management, customers, and/or suppliers.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

Our competitive package includes:

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Plan
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company‑Paid Holidays.

Drug‑Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.