Cirrus · 9 hours ago
Director SF 5X Platform Programs
Duluth, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expCirrus is a company focused on innovative aerospace solutions, and they are seeking a Director for their SF 5X Platform Programs. This role involves overseeing multiple projects, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring program execution aligns with strategic goals.
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Responsibilities
Supervises assigned program and project managers
Uses Cirrus New Product Introduction System (NPIS) and phased gating system methodology, applies PMBOK standards, Cirrus standards, and continuously improves program management tools to manage multiple projects with competing timelines and resources for predictable results
Drives transparency of program execution health through quantitative execution/deliverable measurement week by week, month by month, quarter by quarter
Effectively uses and trains project teams on Cirrus Program Management tools and standards
Responsible for delivering projects individually or as part of a program to the approved scope, timeline, and budget
Uses Program Management tools regularly (e.g., IPT, Rolling Action Item List (RAIL), Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Project Charter, Risk Management Tools)
Works with teams to implement PM standards and support continuous improvement based on PMBOK standards
May develop and deliver training content or courses
Facilitates all aspects of a project charter to final state, including professional presentations and coordination of facts and data for business plans and financial models
Facilitates new project proposals, driving decision-making with business information from cross-functional teams
Works with finance on business model templates for consistency and planning, drafting business cases as needed
On product development projects, collaborates closely with the Platform Chief Engineer (CE) and Platform Product Line Manager (PLM) as core team members, ensuring Integrated Project Team (IPT) collaboration
Supports development and measurement against business plans, Market Requirements & Objectives (MR&O), and Design Requirements & Objectives (DR&O), potentially including Business Requirements & Objectives (BR&O)
Drives project and program decisions and ensures alignment with strategic goals
Leads strategy development and implementation for current projects to achieve deliverables
Acts as a bridge between cross-functional departments, ensuring inputs/outputs and lead time requirements are integrated into project plans
Oversees program-level oversight to ensure goals are met by supporting project activities with broader decision-making capacity
Develops project work breakdown structures, estimates costs/resources, and maps dependencies to achieve goals
Provides insight on risk, issues, requirements, and design to effectively manage projects and dependencies
Maintains a 36-month platform program plan, resource management, and product roadmap, addressing issues and prioritizing needs
Balances needs and constraints collectively with other Project and Program managers
Develops project deliverable metrics and schedules using MS Project, considering strategic objectives for milestone completion
Performs critical path analyses, change impact assessments, and risk management, developing mitigation plans
Organizes data, supports process flow exercises, and ensures accuracy in estimating and tracking project metrics
Tracks progress to plans, supports project budgets, and manages expenses while maintaining accurate cost records
Articulates program goals and impacts on the business and team
Communicates effectively with project teams to resolve constraints and escalates issues appropriately
Demonstrates excellent facilitation and leadership, fostering team collaboration and maintaining team performance
Ensures Integrated Project Team (IPT) roles, responsibilities, and communication needs are clear
Skilled in using web conferencing tools to include offsite members
Presents professional, concise project updates with clear analyses of performance metrics
Maintains professionalism and leads by example in speaking, presenting, and communicating with team members and executives
Plans and strategizes communication to achieve desired results, actively mitigating unintended consequences
Exhibits a positive outlook and demeanor, promoting positive outcomes even in critical situations
Manages multiple projects with extreme attention to detail
Demonstrates punctuality and preparedness for meetings as a leader by example
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university, and 12 years of project management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must have previous department leadership of direct reports
Good organizational skills and the ability to coordinate between disparate tasks
High attention to detail and accuracy
Timely completion of scheduled work
Strong business finance understanding and strong MS Excel skills (ability to synthesize data into pivot table summaries and graphical/visual chart
Excellent and professional communication skills in all forms and formats (public speaking, team meetings, PowerPoint, memos, emails, charters, internal/external, etc.)
Ability to assess root cause of problems, obtain consensus for solutions and drive solutions
Exceptional facilitation skills to bring a cross-functional team together to accomplish tasks and goals
Good problem-solving skills with knowledge of six-sigma or lean office tools
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of ERP, UltiPro, MS Project tools, MS Excel, database management; internet software; and spreadsheet, presentation, project management and word processing software. The job also requires proficiency using company web/video/audio conferencing services (currently Skype for Business, WebEx, Microsoft Teams and LifeSize)
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
PMP certification is preferred
Benefits
401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
Generous PTO: 200 hours accrued within the first year.
Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
Company
Cirrus
Cirrus Aircraft is the global leader in personal aviation.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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