Spirit Defense - Associate Project Management Specialist

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

Overview

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit’s Defense Business Unit (“Spirit Defense”). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Responsibilities

Location: Wichita, KS (On-site)

Position Responsibilities:

• Apply business and management principles to deploy tools and processes in compliance with customer, company and regulatory requirements including control of product configuration, management of product configuration information, and maintenance of configuration accountability records
• Implement, plan, and manage changes to product configurations and product configuration information
• Audit detailed work statements and develop associated project files
• Responsible for the development and documentation of functional processes related to change
• Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet technical goals and objectives
• Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and status for intervention and problem solving with functional and program stakeholders

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)
• 3+ years of related Project Management and/or Program Management experience
• Successful candidates must be able to secure program access approval

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• SAP experience
• Knowledge of BCCM and application of Program Management best practices
• Strong computer skills/ proficiency required with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Proven ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously (i.e. coordination, status and performance to plan)
• Experience with cross-functional coordination and leadership to achieve project goals

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $60,200 - $92,300

Kansas Tax Credit

Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.