At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is by focusing on everyone's talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.

Job Designation

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for delivering the assigned projects within the stated cost, quality, and schedule requirements.This position works closely with all involved functions (Engineering, Program/Product Management, Sales, Quality, Operations) and external stakeholders (customers, sub-tiers, authorities) to lead and manage engineering projects.

Job Core Responsibilities

*Provide support to Sales & Marketing before project kickoff

oWork closely with Engineering and other involved functions to develop cost, budget, and schedules information, together with resource requirements. Provides Project Management expertise to ensure that all conditions are satisfied to start the project:

*Work scope / statement of work is defined and understood by all involved parties

*A viable engineering concept exists

*The main risks and opportunities are identified and mitigation actions are documented

*A budget supported by a consolidated cost breakdown including Risks & Opportunities and make/buy policy has been established and agreed upon

*A master schedule exists and satisfies an agreed set of milestones and deliverables. Clear project closure criteria shall be defined, as well as handover to Operations

*The required resources are identified and agreed with line management

*Project Planning

oDevelop a project plan including:Description of the project scope, identification of the project stakeholders, master schedule with timeline, budget, statement of work and deliverables, project closure criteria, applicable processes, project organization and governance, communication with the stakeholders (internal or external), risk & opportunities management

oCommunicate the project plan and ensure that each person involved in the project has a solid understanding of their role & responsibility in the project

oGet firm commitments from functional leaders for the needed resource allocations in a matrix organization

*Project Execution

oFollow the Parker-Meggitt established guidelines for project management, and the site specific project management process

oEngage internal and/or external resources to ensure fulfilment of the project

oInvolve safety and reliability experts as early as possible in the development process

oLead the cross-functional Project Team

oMonitor project performance

oWork with the team to solve any problems that arise, engage all necessary actions to deliver the project in due time, cost, and quality

oMaintain an up-to-date project plan and the associated risk & opportunity register, change ledger, and action lists

oMonitor and track any scope changes, ensuring in particular that customer-generated costs or delays are captured and communicated for appropriate action

oManage internal and external communication

oSupport Sales & Marketing in commercial / contractual discussions with the Customer

oReport on project progress to customer, involve internal participants, and senior management

oAfter final acceptance of the project deliverables, conduct the project closure activities and issue a report about the performance and lessons learned of the project

*Continuous Improvement

oGenerate lessons learned as they occur

oBe part of process improvement initiatives when required

*People Management

oIndirect management of engineering team members working for assigned project(s), in order to deliver project(s) within cost, quality, and schedule.

oMentor less experience project managers, engineers, and interns in project management principles, as applicable.

*Financial Responsibility, Including Budget

oAccountable for assigned project(s) total budget and associated capital expenditures

*Accountable for assigned project(s) annual budget forecasting (BU) and associated revised forecasts

*Responsible for:

oDirect day to day all the resources working on the project. No rights over Quality Assurance

oHas the right to reject acceptability of a project (Design, budget, contract etc.) during project quoting phase

oHas the right to make all decisions needed to deliver the project except for deviations from applicable processes and within the limits set through the Parker-Meggitt Authority Matrix. No deviation to Health and Safety, Ethical or Export Control rules is permitted and shall not plan or instruct work which is contrary to these rules

oHas the right to challenge and review all decisions made by Engineering and other disciplines. If not able to resolve with them, try to resolve with domains line managers, or escalate to Senior Management for resolution and decision

oHas the right to express their view in employees' performance assessment for those who worked on the assigned projects

oHas authority to negotiate technical changes with the customer, but only acts as support to Sales & Marketing when it comes to commercial negotiation

oHas no right or authority to re-baseline a plan without pre agreement of Program Management

oSignatory rights and expenditure approval authority according to Company rules and the Parker-Meggitt Authority Matrix.

*Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Specifications

Education: Bachelor degree required; in a technical discipline preferred

Years of Experience: 8 years of relevant experience

Skills:

*Proficient with computer applications, including MS Office Suite, MS Project, ERP Systems

*Excellent communicator - can sell concepts to people at all levels in the organization, including engineers. Thrives on excellent interaction with people.

*Well organized. Able to multi-task and manage numerous projects in parallel

*Energy and enthusiasm - and portrays these traits openly

*Able to see the big picture, yet also able to drill down and manage details

*Flexible and adaptable to change

*Good problem solver

*Assets: Knowledge of DO-160, DO-178, DO-254, ARP, PMBOK, Risk & Opportunity Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma techniques, Earned Value (EVMS)

*Ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving

*Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion

*Ability to explain a range of technical information

*Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

*Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.

*Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.

*Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.

*On-site facilities: cafeteria with a wide array of food options, mini mart, and vending machines.

*Participation in health and emotional wellbeing challenges with rewards.

Financial Security and Growth:

*Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.

*Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.

*Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

*Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year's.

*Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.

*Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Parker Purpose Opportunities:

*Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

*Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.