Sr. Project Manager

Cessna Aircraft Company; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 99,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Education assistance

Wellness program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K)

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to lead complex aerospace and defense programs within Sea Systems. The role covers inception to completion with primary customer contact and responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical performance.

The candidate should have 5+ years in a similar role, a bachelor’s in engineering or related field, and preferably a master’s degree with PMI PMP or Defense PM certification. Background in regulated environments is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in a similar role, industry, or functional area.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Certifications Preferred: Defense Program Management Certification; PMI PMP.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of programs from inception through completion, including cost, schedule and technical performance.
• Serve as primary customer contact and lead program review sessions on cost, schedule and performance.
• Establish cost controls and monitor adherence to contract requirements and program plans.

Skills

Program management

Risk management

Cost & schedule control

Technical liaison

Customer relationship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Master’s degree in Engineering and/or MBA

Job description

Job Description - Sr. Project Manager (344793)

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.

This role is in Textron System’s Sea Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Manage all phases of programs from inception through completion, Responsible for cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes milestones and monitors master plans and schedule.
• Disciplined program execution with a bias towards action, analytical presentation and problem-solving skills; the ability to gain internal support; and the ability to establish and maintain a solid working relationship with technical staff, managers, and peers.
• Establish cost controls and monitor adherence to contract requirements, reporting and justifying costs. Establish and monitor adherence to program plans including schedule and risk management, resource planning, requirements management, and cash flow management. Prepare and issues operational and program directives and controlling product configuration.
• Design and execute formal capture plans and monitor competitor activity for each capture. The candidate is expected to exercise sound judgment within broadly defined practices and policies; regularly interact with all levels of management, technical staff, and customers; and display a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical requirements into executable program plans and drive technical decision ‑ making with engineering leadership
• Experience with risk identification and mitigation related to software development, systems integration, and technology maturation.
• Ability to partner closely with engineering leads to ensure scope clarity, technical feasibility, and schedule adherence.
• Experience delivering products in regulated or mission ‑ critical domains (aerospace, defense, complex systems, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree in Engineering and/or an MBA preferred.
• Certifications Preferred: Certification in Defense Program Management. Project Management Institute (PMI) certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
• 5+ years of related experience in a similar role, industry, or functional area.

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
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

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 $98,600 - $149,400 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.