Manufacturing Program Manager

STENA•Middle River, MD

2d•$88,200 - $141,300

About The Position

As the Manufacturing Program Manager, you will collaborate closely with Program Managers and Operations to ensure efficient industrial planning and support for the program, aligning with delivery schedules and business objectives. You’ll develop and execute manufacturing strategies that meet program goals while ensuring quality, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction throughout the product lifecycle. At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future. A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise. You will develop and manage the manufacturing plan for the program, ensuring that resources, schedules, and processes align with overall program goals. In this role, you will closely collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, supply chain, quality, and production, to ensure that manufacturing requirements are met and production targets are achieved. You will also be responsible for managing risks that could impact production, including material shortages, equipment failures, and delays. You will take swift action to resolve any issues, keeping the program on track. Lastly, you will drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality. By leading process optimization initiatives, you will contribute to the overall success of the program

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or related field) with 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, ideally in aviation or similar industries.
Strong program management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience in risk management, production ramp-up, and continuous improvement efforts.
This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A ‘U.S. Person,’ as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Proven problem-solving abilities.
Strong focus on customer relationships and process optimization.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

Overseeing Production Ramp-Up: Ensure that all processes, resources, and materials are scalable to meet increasing demand as production ramps up.
Managing Cross-Functional Coordination: Work with engineering, supply chain, quality, and production teams to align on production requirements, capacity, and schedules.
Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for manufacturing updates, delivery schedules, and any potential issues. You will communicate regularly with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and addressing concerns promptly.
Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks, working with operations teams to address challenges as they arise.
Production Quality Assurance: Ensure production meets required quality standards by collaborating with the Quality Assurance team and resolving any quality issues swiftly.
Managing Production Schedules: Coordinate with operations to ensure production schedules are met, adjusting resources or processes as necessary to maintain deadlines.