Project Specialist

Cessna Aircraft Company; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Project Specialist to support the Weapons Program Management team, ensuring on-time SDRLs and effective monthly program reviews. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to multitask, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills; an associates degree is required.

Local travel up to 10% and the ability to obtain a security clearance are also required. Familiarity with Oracle EBS and eMatrix PLM is preferred, with prior US military or

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required.
• Ability to learn quickly and multitask efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Knowledge of Oracle EBS and eMatrix PLM preferred.
• Prior US military or defense / aerospace industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate SDRL deliverables for a major DoW contract.
• Forecast and lead SDRL efforts for program events (Critical Design Reviews).
• Capture minutes and actions in monthly Program Status Reviews for submittal via SDRLs.
• Serve as CAM for all budgetary SDRL scope.
• Maintain program-wide risk register and host monthly Risk Review Boards.
• Serve as CAM for Engineering Software and Program Security.
• Coordinate content and meeting logistics for Monthly Program Status Reviews (MPSRs) and PSRs with the customer.
• Lead PSRR events and SDRL creation to support on-time hardware delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Learn quickly

Travel readiness

Security clearance eligibility

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

MS Office

Oracle EBS

eMatrix PLM

Job description

Job Description - Project Specialist (344653)

Job Number: 344653

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

About This Role

The Weapons Program Management (PM) team is seeking a Project Specialist to help maintain a high level of excellence on recurring program activities and support the PM team. The ideal candidate will enjoy a fast-paced environment, be very well organized, and is passionate about serving the warfighter.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Subcontract Data Requirements List (SDRL) deliverables for a major DoW contract
  • Ensure on-time submittal of recurring SDRL deliverables to the customer, including coordination with various functional groups – Engineering, Quality, PM etc.
  • Forecast and spearhead SDRL efforts for major program events, such as Critical Design Reviews
  • Capture meeting minutes and action items in monthly Program Status Reviews with the customer for submittal via official program SDRLs
  • Serve as the Control Account Manager (CAM) for all budgetary SDRL scope
• Maintain a program-wide risk register and host effective monthly Risk Review Boards with program leadership
• Serve as the CAM for Engineering Software (cost, renewal terms, # of licenses etc.) and Program Security (labor and material)
• Coordinate content and meeting logistics for Monthly Program Status Reviews (MPSRs) with internal Textron leadership and monthly Program Status Reviews (PSRs) with the customer.
  • For customer meetings: gather customer attendee lists, produce agendas, coordinate content reviews with internal leadership etc.
• Lead program Pre-Ship Readiness Review (PSRR) events and SDRL creation, ensuring timely completion to support on-time hardware delivery to our customer

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required
• Ability to learn quickly and multitask efficiently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office products
• Willingness to travel up to 10%
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Knowledge of business software such as Oracle EBS and eMatrix PLM preferred
• Prior US military or defense / aerospace industry experience preferred

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is $61,400 - $91,200 per year.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.