Strategic Program Manager II - Cross-Functional Leader

Woodward, Inc.; Niles, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

401(k) match

Stock contributions

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. in Niles, Illinois, is seeking a Program Manager I or II to lead mid-to-high complexity programs across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.

You will own program artifacts, govern schedules and budgets, and mentor project managers to ensure on-time delivery. The role requires a bachelor's degree, PMP preferred, aerospace exposure is a plus, and you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet strategic objectives while maintaining industry standards and customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related field.
• PMP certification preferred and aerospace exposure is a plus.
• Experience leading cross-functional, high-risk programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs and mentor project managers to ensure successful execution.
• Own program results, aligning with goals, schedule, budget and ROI.
• Drive governance and cross-functional alignment across engineering, manufacturing and supply chain.

Skills

Leadership (indirect)

Strategic alignment

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Financial management

Change management

Program management tools

Agile / Lean PM

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification preferred

Tools

Jira

Planisware

Job description

Woodward, Inc. in Niles, Illinois, is seeking a Program Manager I or II to lead mid-to-high complexity programs across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.

You will own program artifacts, govern schedules and budgets, and mentor project managers to ensure on-time delivery. The role requires a bachelor's degree, PMP preferred, aerospace exposure is a plus, and you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet strategic objectives while maintaining industry standards and customer