Reporting to the Group Director, Program Management, this position will support strategy, execution and delivery of initiatives that seek to materially shift the trajectory of the Program Management function.This position is responsible for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness of existing Program Management processes and developing sustainable, repeatable, and quantifiable process improvements.The Group Program Manager, Sr will optimize Program Management tools, training, and processes by partnering with Division Program Management Leadership Council (PMLC) team members across Parker Aerospace.As this position will be working closely with the Group Director, Program Management, the desired location for the Group Program Manager, Sr position will be Irvine, Ca. at the Alton Parkway facility.

Scope / Supervision and Interaction

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This position will have indirect supervisory responsibilities to lead and manage project efforts interacting with multiple teams and functions across all Aerospace Divisions.This position will have extensive contact, coordination, and communication with each Division's Program Management Council (PMLC) representative.

*Develop, implement, and govern program management processes, tools, templates, policies, and metrics.Seek implementation efficiencies to meet or exceed the business expectations established at project initiation.

*Analyze results from evaluation assessments (ie, Program Management Organizational Maturity (PMOM), Program Management Knowledge and Practice (PMKAP), Employee Engagement Survey, etc) to identify areas where additional training, process compliance, or other gap closure initiatives are needed.

*Serve as the Group's PM functional expert in the identification of best practices and standards, to develop, implement, audit, and establish opportunities for improvement to Group PM processes and tools.

*Lead implementation initiatives chartered to address PM Improvement Strategy and tactics. Lead the design and delivery of key initiatives identified by the PMLC Team with accountability for successful completion of project deliverables, including analysis, metrics, reporting, and executive decision support.

*Develop and lead implementation of tasks, milestones, and actions necessary to achieve Program Management's 5 Year Strategy future state.

*Assist with identifying key / critical projects to be elevated to the Group Level for review; conduct pre-review of submitted Program Review packages, participate in group review for identification and recording of key action items

*Monitor compliance with project policies and standards, including the development and implementation of any required corrective / improvement actions.

*Coordinate the agenda, development, and collection of presentation material for weekly and quarterly PMLC off-sites, including publication of meeting minutes and follow-up of recorded actions.

*Working under the direction of the Group Director, Program Management - coordinate a themed and branded PM Networking Meeting for ~200 attendees by defining the purpose, outcomes for the event, objective evaluation the events effectiveness, as well as handling all aspects of event planning from event production, coordinating communications, overseeing logistical details, and managing event budgets.

*Apply and implement opportunities for improvement with Aerospace Group PM Policy; identify and provide guidance, oversight, and assistance where needed, including but not limited to:

*Program Reviews (AGS PRM-02; Internal Program Reviews)

*Risk Management (AGS PRM-03; Program Risk Management)

*Change Management (AGS PRM-05; Program Change Management)

*Cost, Schedule, Resource Management (AGS PRM-06; Cost/Schedule/Resource Management)

*Utilizing PM's Variance Analysis Tool and Dashboards, conduct data analysis followed by identification and implementation of actions to address project performance health (ie, achieving SPI, CPI Performance objectives).

*Communicate PM requirements for implementation across all Aerospace Divisions

*Co-lead the Group's Design and Development process initiative and act as a change agent for standardization and culture transformation.

*Coordinate PMP education and tracking of PM certification for all Program Managers. Participate in industry conferences and serve as the PM advocate across the Group.

*Interface with a broad range of global senior, technical and functional management, and subject matter experts across the organization.

*Own and manage the agenda, material, and delivery of Program Management's Shared Experience forum.

*Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Engineering, Sciences, Business or a related field, and extensive program management experience. PMP certification required, typically within 6 months of assignment; advanced degree (MS/MBA) and additional certifications (e.g. PMI-RMP, PgMP, etc.) preferred.

*Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through ten or more years of related work experience, including four or more years leading multiple projects/programs of varying complexity and scope within a matrix organization structure.

*Experience implementing ERP within a Program Management function a plus

*Skilled at analyzing and interpreting complex policies, Earned Value reports and data, communicating and presenting program information to various levels of management and peers, considered a subject matter expert about program management processes, methodology, and experience with various PM software applications and tools.

*Working knowledge of Earned Value, Work and Organizational Breakdown Structures, Program Control metrics, Schedule development, Estimate at Completion, ability to develop and implement Program Management process and procedures, and Proficient in the use of specialized project management and financial applications.

*Strong verbal and written communication skills, presentation skills, and ability to influence stakeholders.

*Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task using strong prioritization skills.

*Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, to meet deadlines.

*Ability to visualize and create detail plans, objectives and goals to achieve desired outcomes.

*Proven team building Skills; Conflict management skills; Decision making skills.

*Demonstrated ability to provide cross-functional leadership.

*Ability to create and maintain a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.

*Promote and build strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

*Motivated by taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

*Ability to take a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens that meets the process capabilities of all Aerospace Divisions

*Experience with optimizing work processes by establishing the most effective and efficient method(s) to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

*Persuasive in using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.

*Welcomes the opportunity to develop and deliver training material