Program Manager II - Military Flight Controls Division - Dublin, GA

Parker • Dublin, GA

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About The Position

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, develops technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. The Military Flight Controls Division (MFCD) provides primary and secondary flight control systems that make flight possible. Tested, proven and trusted in commercial and military applications for decades, MFCD provides precise position-control actuation solutions for military aircraft across the United States and with foreign partners. The division's JetPipe® electrohydraulic servovalve (EHSV) technology is used across commercial and military aircraft around the world. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• PMP certification required, typically within 6 months of assignment; advanced degree (MS/MBA) and additional certifications (e.g. PgMP, PMI-RMP) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through eight or more years related work experience; including two or more years leading multiple projects of varying complexity and scope and direct leadership of teams.
• In-depth knowledge and proficiency with program management processes, methodology, and architecture.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate business skills and lead cross-functional matrixed teams across a suite of related projects.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and the marketplace associated with fielded product or service.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace commercial or military contracting and procurement requirements and understanding of financial and labor cost systems and production processes.
• Proficient in the use of business applications software and the ability to use specialized project management and financial applications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex policies, contractual language, and financial reports.
• Ability to respond to and negotiate with customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to develop effective written communication and present information to various levels of management, customers, and/or suppliers.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA) and additional certifications (e.g. PgMP, PMI-RMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures customer requirements are met and are in the best interests of Parker by creating the program charter, baseline plan, and other program management components.
• Ensures that the cost basis and/or pricing is correct by evaluating resource requirements and performing risk analyses.
• Responsible for integrated program schedules, data integration, tracking of financial and quality performance, and implementation of corrective actions covering all areas of program responsibility.
• Addresses critical issues on complex programs and leads the team to develop action plans to improve performance.
• Leads the development of program plans covering mature and new product development programs.
• Participates in program planning efforts; directs all phases of programs throughout the program lifecycle.
• Organizes and leads programs by defining and identifying required expertise; provides feedback on contribution and performance to team members and/or their direct manager if in a matrix role.
• Responsible for plans, budgets, staffing, training, and development of direct staff.
• Oversees and approves task planning on programs including resource requirements and effort estimates related to program performance.
• Establishes and communicates overall priorities and changing program requirements to functional areas.
• Ensures successful customer relationships by responding to all customer requests and serving as the primary point of contact for assigned program activities, status and problem resolution.
• Responsible for the negotiation of contract changes related to scope management.
• Serves as key presenter and facilitator at major program reviews.
• Ensures meeting actions are documented and communicated.
• Acts as a consultant to management on specific programs or overall program management.
• Establishes goals and objectives required to complete programs.
• Provides mentoring within program management and leadership to varied project teams.
• Maintains professional and technical/product knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical/specialty publications, and/or participating in professional associations.
• Shares specialized knowledge with others and serves as a resource on program management principles and practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree