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Parker Hannifin · 2 hours ago

Program Manager - Aerospace

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Parker Hannifin, through its Parker Aerospace division, develops innovative technologies for the aviation industry. The Program Manager is responsible for managing contract performance for divisional programs, ensuring that customer requirements are met while overseeing program management processes, schedules, and resources.

HardwareIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Ensures customer requirements are met and are in the best interests of Parker by creating the program charter, baseline plan, and other program management components. Ensures that the cost basis and/or pricing is correct by evaluating resource requirements, and performing risk analyses, as described by AGS PRM‐01 (Program Management Policy)

Responsible for integrated program schedules, data integration, tracking of financial and quality performance, and implementation of corrective actions covering all areas of program responsibility. Addresses critical issues on complex programs and leads the team to develop action plans to improve performance

Leads the development of program plans covering mature and new product development programs. Participates in program planning efforts; directs all phases of programs throughout the program lifecycle

Organizes and leads programs by defining and identifying required expertise; provides feedback on contribution land performance to team members and/or their direct manager if in a matrix role. Responsible for plans, budgets, staffing, training, and development of direct staff

Oversees and approves task planning on programs including resource requirements and effort estimates related to program performance. Establishes and communicates overall priorities and changing program requirements to functional areas

Ensures successful customer relationships by responding to all customer requests and serving as the primary point of contact for assigned program activities, status and problem resolution. Is responsible for the negotiation of contract changes related to scope management

Serves as key presenter and facilitator at major program reviews. Ensures meeting actions are documented and communicated

Acts as a consultant to management on specific programs or overall program management. Establishes goals and objectives required to complete programs. Provides mentoring within program management and leadership to varied project teams

Maintains professional and technical/product knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical/specialty publications, and/or participating in professional associations. Shares specialized knowledge with others and serves as a resource on program management principles and practices

Qualification

PMP certificationProgram management processesAerospace contracting knowledgeBusiness applications softwareFinancial analysisLeadershipWritten communicationNegotiation skillsCross-functional teamwork

Required

Bachelor degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business, or a related field

PMP certification required, typically within 6 months of assignment

Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through eight or more years related work experience

including two or more years leading multiple projects of varying complexity and scope and direct leadership of teams

In‐depth knowledge and proficiency with program management processes, methodology, and architecture

Ability to effectively demonstrate business skills and lead cross‐functional matrixed teams across a suite of related projects

Thorough knowledge of industry practices and the marketplace associated with fielded product or service

In‐depth knowledge of aerospace commercial or military contracting and procurement requirements and understanding of financial and labor cost systems and production processes

Proficient in the use of business applications software and the ability to use specialized project management and financial applications

Ability to analyze and interpret complex policies, contractual language, and financial reports

Ability to respond to and negotiate with customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community

Ability to develop effective written communication and present information to various levels of management, customers, and/or suppliers

Preferred

advanced degree (MS/MBA)

additional certifications (e.g., PgMP, PMI‐RMP)

Benefits

Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.