Program Manager

Safran Group; Gainesville (TX); Presencial; USD 110 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Safran Seats in Gainesville, TX, seeks a Program Manager to lead medium to complex aerospace programs. You will oversee an IPT, manage scope, cost, and schedule, and coordinate with engineering and sales on proposals and pricing. Strong negotiation and contract administration skills are essential.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, PMP preferred, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or 6 years related experience in lieu of degree.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• 3+ years' experience in project/program teams.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and manage negotiations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the IPT and manage medium to complex programs, including cost, schedule and quality control.
• Clarify RFQ scope with sales and coordinate with estimators on pricing.
• Coordinate with engineering for drawings and technical proposal support.
• Administer and oversee the contract, involve legal as needed, and secure amendments.

Conhecimentos

Negotiation

Adversarial environments

Customer management

Technical comprehension

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in business management or related engineering

Ferramentas

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Descrição da oferta de emprego

A glimpse at the job:

HERE, WE CRAFT EXCELLENCE TOGETHER. At Safran, we believe in sustainable career journeys, collaboration as a cornerstone of innovation, and the freedom to explore diverse career paths. As a Program Manager, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of aerospace.

This position contributes to our vision by:

• 5-10 essential tasks (full job description to be sent prior to interview)

What we offer:

• Manages medium to more complex programs. Lead the multidisciplinary team (IPT) in charge of the project. Fully understand the project management methodology (management of costs, deadlines, quality, etc.) and implement it as part of a program activity.
• Responsible for implementing a product matching 100% to the one used for the cost base in the bid and to make him/her self-knowledgeable of all elements of the bid including the cost base.
• Has knowledge of the contract and basic contract rules. Administers the contract in progress. Organizes contract reviews, identifies and documents differences. Knows to involve the legal department when necessary. Ensures contract amendments are signed.
• Clarifies RFQ scope of work expected by the customer with sales team and/or customer. Coordinates with estimator on pricing package assumptions.
• Coordinates with engineering for drawing and technical proposal support

Highlights from our facility:

Safran Seats in Gainesville, Texas, plays a big role in making top-notch aircraft seats for airlines around the world. The team here is known for their know-how and dedication to building comfortable, reliable seats for both commercial and business planes. With a focus on quality and new ideas, the Gainesville facility helps keep Safran at the forefront of the aviation seating industry, working closely with airlines and aircraft makers to deliver seats passengers appreciate.

Work Culture:

At Safran, we foster a respectful and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. We support sustainable career journeys and encourage employees to explore multiple paths for growth. Collaboration is essential to our success, and we are committed to helping every team member thrive. We engage with our communities through educational programs, outreach initiatives, and career events, inspiring future talent to join our mission.

Join Safran Seats. Here we craft excellence together. At Safran Seats, we value service-oriented team players who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to our dynamic, innovative environment.

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related business management or related engineering discipline or 6 years related experience in lieu of Bachelor's level degree to meet the education requirement. OR Requires an Associate's degree in a related business management or related engineering discipline and 3 years related experience in lieu of Bachelor's level degree to meet the education requirement.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• In addition to meeting the education requirement, requires an additional 3 years' experience in a project or program team environment/exposure.
• Must have excellent negotiating skills and be very comfortable in adversarial business environments.
• Must be able to quickly comprehend technical customer management and engineering.
• Understand customer technical, schedule and programmatic requirements, as well as the technology and product development necessary to carry out the program to meet customer expectations.
• Must be fully accountable and properly present to manage a good estimate in order to compete for the completion of the NRC phase of the program. In particular, after the expense on the program has reached 25% to 35% of the initial quote, sufficient knowledge of the program must have been gained for the program manager to be able to display the ultimate estimate at completion with an error margin of no more than plus or minus 15%.
• Must have a very good working knowledge of the standard suite of office software products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, et al.)
• Skills requirements
• Travel requirements
• (limit requirements to around 5 essential requirements for posting; full requirements to be sent in job description prior to interview)

• Innovative & Curious
• Collaborative & Inclusive
• Committed to Safety
• Trustworthy
• Results Focused
• Driven to Excellence
• Powered by Teamwork

This description outlines the general nature and level of work for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary by assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Safran Seats is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [e-mail] or call 940-363-2068. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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