Head of Site PMO

Airbus • Mobile, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Head of Site PMO to join our team based in Mobile, AL. Position Summary: The Head of Site PMO contributes directly to the Airbus Industrial strategy by defining and managing the site projects identifying the key deliverables, goals, milestones and resources with key stakeholders. With a deep knowledge of project management methodologies and experience in Portfolio of Projects and Projects Management, you will support the site strategy to achieve the Top Company Objectives by effectively leading cross-functional teams and determining appropriate tools and resources needed to achieve project milestones and measure key performance indicators. Meet the Team: Our team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility takes our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life. Your Working Environment: On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Management preferred or equivalent experience
• Experience: Proven experience 10 years in Project Management Officer and Project Management Activities
• Solid knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes, production management and industrialization principles.
• Experienced in leading Transformation and Improvement projects
• Good communication skills, active listening and a proactive approach to problem solving & decision making
• Proven stakeholder Management skills, Leadership, Assertiveness to influence and challenge the status quo
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational follow through
• Demonstrated, excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills – including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Position will interface with all levels of the Mobile FAL organization – this requires a clear understanding of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Demonstrated capability in project estimating, task scheduling, scope control, and stakeholder management, cost management
• Coaching skills and experience with communication competences
• Ability to inspire and give meaning
• Aeronautical manufacturing basics
• Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages): Fluency in local language mandatory / English negotiation level
• Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions
• Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.
• Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.
• Equipment Operation Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment.
• Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 30lbs/14kg which engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.
• Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 30lbs/14kg.
• Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas.
• Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.
• Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
• Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Travel: able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time.
• Working outside hangers in changing locations.
• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.
• Travel Required: 10% Domestic and International
• Eligibility: Eligible for employment in the US

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Site Project Governance 40%
• Support alignment of company strategy with site priorities and ensure site projects are performed with overall objectives
• Set up and lead Projects governance and steering at all levels in Mobile (with Senior Leadership Teams), securing the site deployment roadmap (architecture, ensure roadmap content) in line with Site Strategy and Transformation initiatives
• Monitoring deployment of business improvement / transformation road maps and report to senior leadership team of site
• Leads preparation and drumbeat of Site project and operational performance reviews
• Leads and facilitates workshops on dedicated topics in complex situations
• Manage project risk identification, assessment, and review.
• Project Management Execution 40%
• Lead Project management of key projects - leverage Project management skills in the frame on ad hoc Top Management Requests (Head of Function, COO, CEO) to ensure project outcomes are delivering tangible benefits for the company and enabling sustainable and long term performance.
• Lead consolidation of all project plans at Mobile Manufacturing facility, while controlling time, cost, scope, risk, and quality.
• Support/ advise execution of projects from Site Functions to secure project objectives, deliverables and milestones are achieved and in line with Site strategy
• Provide guidance to functions on effective, local project management and governance within the department.
• Set up and lead Mobile FAL Project Management Organization 20%
• Establishment of central Project Management Organization, acting as Site PMO lead integrating all PMBP activities on site across different Site Functions and programs.
• Lead the set up of Project Management Center of Competence to provide direction and expertise in industry and project management best practices for dissemination and deployment across the site.
• Work with assigned Project Sponsor and Subject Matter Experts from Airbus global network to identify and select the tools, processes and systematic approaches to achieve project goals.
• Promote the use of internal good practices and external benchmarking by acting transversally with the extended manufacturing communities, train on site PMOs
• Act as single point of contact for consolidated PMO subcontractor coordination

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: 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”)
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: 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.
• Individual Development: 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive