Program Manager

Moog•Buffalo, NY

6d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. Job Title : Program Manager Reporting To: Director, Program Work Schedule: Onsite – Buffalo, NY Moog Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog. The ever-evolving markets we serve require innovation and allow for constantly developing career opportunities. We are also “revolutionizing the way to space” by supporting the return of humans to the Moon and NASA's deep space exploration programs. Our Fluid Controls Business Unit of our Space Division in East Aurora, New York is looking for a Program Manager. This is a cross-functional role that requires coordination between many different groups within and outside of Moog. This position is based on-site at our East Aurora, NY, Plant 20 facility, and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and expanding business environment. Program Manager The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing multiple production or development initiatives, typically valued between $3 – $10 million. This role encompasses developing comprehensive plans for each assigned program and directing execution through Moog’s functional departments to ensure fulfillment of contractual requirements, as well as achievement of performance and profitability objectives. Serving as the primary point of contact for the customer, the Program Manager manages all program-related communications, delivers required reports to both the client and Moog leadership, and coordinates internal updates to ensure alignment and transparency across the organization. As a Program Manager, you will… Lead technical programs from contract award, through final end item delivery, including support to sales and proposal efforts through fact finding and negotiations. Oversee and manage tasks from engineering design, to qualification, and throughout the production lifecycle. Use your technical background to understand and confirm that the requirements are interpreted and met throughout the program. Ensure that the program plan, schedule, and costs meet both Moog and customer expectations. Review and manage program costs and technical risks, presenting status and schedule of programs at monthly Program Management Reviews.

Requirements

Minimum of an BS Degree in Business, Engineering, or related technical area.
5 years of total work experience with 1+ years of relevant program management-related experience
Demonstrated experience developing, maintaining, and communicating program budgets, plans, and schedules to include critical program milestones for multiple programs in a portfolio.
Proactive in identifying issues and problems, which impact program performance, and in taking appropriate actions to resolve these issues and recover cost and schedule, in a timely manner.
Plan, coordinate, and manage the preparation and conduct of presentation materials for internal and customer meetings and reviews.
Leadership and management of cross-functional teams across disciplines ranging from contracts, engineering, quality, planning, procurement, fabrication, tool & test equipment, and assembly & test.
Demonstrated knowledge in understanding contractual requirements and scope adherence.
Some travel may be required from time to time.
Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Lead technical programs from contract award, through final end item delivery, including support to sales and proposal efforts through fact finding and negotiations.
Oversee and manage tasks from engineering design, to qualification, and throughout the production lifecycle.
Use your technical background to understand and confirm that the requirements are interpreted and met throughout the program.
Ensure that the program plan, schedule, and costs meet both Moog and customer expectations.
Review and manage program costs and technical risks, presenting status and schedule of programs at monthly Program Management Reviews.