Collins Aerospace · 19 hours ago
Lead Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Onsite)
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$132K/yr - $252K/yr
7+ years expCollins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry, seeking a dynamic lead project manager to support Advanced Manufacturing. The role involves scoping projects, developing budgets, executing project plans, and monitoring performance to support their Smart Factory transformation.
AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and own project plans, schedules, and budgets ensuring adherence to the established project plan, schedule, and budget
Perform critical path analysis preparing and implementing work-around plans to ensure the successful completion of projects
Guides and communicates job schedule to all project team members and stakeholders to ensure timely completion of projects
Conduct meetings, consolidate, and present plans and progress reports relating to business aspects of the project(s)
Monitors performance metrics of projects and develops corrective action plans to address gaps
Record and document delays, changes in scope, and any other incidents that impact the scope of work or schedule to ensure smooth project operations
Promote the Collins Path and foster a collaborative team environment
Reviews and presents plans and progress reports relating to project strategy, progress, and results
Travel up to 35%
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience
Previous Program/Project management experience
Preferred
Knowledgeable of aerospace or manufacturing processes, product, and quality requirements. Experience with New Product Introductions is valued
Proficiency applying Lean/Six Sigma principles
Proficiency in MS Project and SAP or similar ERP system
PMP Certification is valued
Self-directed; strong planning and organizational skills, able adapt to changing priorities and assignments while executing
Strong peer leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
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