Associate Program Manager

Airbus•Bingen, WA

2d•$80,000 - $121,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aerovel (the Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program) is looking for an Associate Program Manager to join our Program Management Team based in Bingen, WA. In this role, you'll manage executing assignments for Flexrotor programs and contracts, supporting the development of additional efforts and opportunities to expand our business. You will assist in leading efforts to establish, forecast, implement, and monitor activities associated with the scope, schedule, and budgets of assigned Flexrotor programs/contracts. Concurrently, you'll assist in developing proposals for program enhancements and modifications aimed at increasing revenue. This role requires strong coordination across involved departments; scheduling and budget management; tracking changes; support for contract/proposal execution; and risk assessment and mitigation for assigned programs. The Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program offers one of the most advanced small tactical unmanned aerial systems (STUAS) with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). It can be used day or night by US and allied forces for a diverse range of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) on land and at sea. Nestled in the heart of the stunning Columbia River Gorge in Bingen, WA, our workplace offers innovation and the ability to contribute to game-changing solutions while enjoying the flexibility to spread your wings. Whether it's solving complex challenges, or celebrating victories, you’ll be part of a cohesive crew that thrives on innovation and the beauty that the Pacific Northwest has to offer!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Program Management, or Business Management.
Minimum three (3) years of experience in project/program management, including hardware, services, and support.
Up to 20 % Domestic and International Travel involved
Must be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license).
Proven ability to ensure execution among a complex multi-national and multi-cultural team.
Ability to break down complex issues into manageable work packages, and to ensure desired outcomes.
Strong risk management skills, coupled with even stronger planning skills to prevent crises.
Ability to analyze complex business processes and solve problems.
Financial acumen to budget activities, including large-scale programs, with ability to perform activity analysis, plan adjustment, and financial control.
Proven leadership skills and a proactive approach.
Ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English including high-level presentations.
Excellent Microsoft Office suite, particularly: Strong MS Word, Strong MS Outlook, Strong MS PowerPoint skills.
Familiarity and working knowledge of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems and professional scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Smartsheet), is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Program Management, or Business Management
Experience with Department of Defense programs; Flexrotor or similar UAV focus
Experience working within cross-functional teams / matrix organizations.
Project/Program Management Certification
Google Suite

Responsibilities

Stakeholder Management: Work with various cross-functional teams and stakeholders (e.g., Engineering, Business Development, Flight Testing, Flight Operations, Quality, Procurement, Production, Contracts) to bring programs and proposals to completion on schedule, on budget, and on quality. Ensure all project/proposal team members understand their scope of commitment, are informed of status and next steps, and understand schedule (SPI) and budget (CPI) situations. Ensure relevant teams are aligned and prepared to implement projects resulting from Flexrotor program initiatives. Maintain comprehensive documentation for regular reporting at Staff Meetings and Program Reviews. Act as the primary interface for assigned programs & projects throughout the Flexrotor team and across other organizations when required.
Customer / Partner Management Guide customers and partners through the initiation, execution, and close-out processes for assigned Flexrotor program / contract(s). Focus on customer experience and strict adherence to contractual agreements. Actively listen, understand, educate, and inform the customer to foster repeat business. Manage difficult and sensitive situations, ensuring continuous customer satisfaction.
Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project/program schedules, including predecessors, successors, planned and actual dates for assigned programs. Make schedule adjustments based on changing project/program and proposal requirements, keeping the project team, customer, and leadership informed. Responsible for successful on-time / on-budget project/program completion. Perform resolution and risk mitigation with the Flexrotor management team. Monitor and report on the Schedule Performance Indicator (SPI).
Budget Management: Develop project budgets with inputs from functional departments using appropriate tools. Verify inputs from functional departments and check overall validity of budget inputs. Adjust budgets based on change orders / contractual modifications. Gather costs and track budget expenditures, leveraging technical understanding to identify cost-saving opportunities. Monitor and report on the Cost Performance Indicator (CPI).
Program / Contractual Management: Support the offer/proposal/sales phase for enhancements or extensions of existing Flexrotor programs. Assist sales and offers teams with technical advice (e.g., configuration, compatibility, maintenance strategies) for follow-on business or contract expansion. Assist program manager with interpreting contractual requirements for both existing programs and new proposals and solicit feedback from internal counsel as needed. Provide leadership with metrics in periodic reports, monitoring and improving metrics to easily identify program status. Coordinate with all support functions to ensure on-time, cost, and quality delivery for assigned efforts.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Basic & Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
Short and Long-term Disability insurance
401(k)
Paid time off including paid holidays
Tuition Assistance
Bonus(es) subject to performance criteria.