Project Manager - Manufacturing Engineering

Sonaca North America•Auburn, WA

About The Position

Sonaca North America is seeking a Project/Program Manager reporting to the Program Management Organization (PMO) Manager. This role is responsible for achieving the objectives of assigned programs/projects, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining or exceeding targeted program financial profitability. The company is a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable, with a proven track record since 1948.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
3-5 years of experience as a Program Manager, Bid Manager, Project Manager, Senior PMO, Lead Engineer, Key Account Manager in a manufacturing industry (e.g. Aerospace, Automotive, Naval, …)
Demonstrated computer skills, especially Microsoft Office applications (Access, PowerPoint and Excel)
An understanding of overall business operations, including financial implications of project results for revenue, expenses and profit margins.
Proven experience of international Programs/Projects
Ability to influence without authority to ensure project milestone completion
Proven experience of leadership/followership out of formal hierarchical lines – you are a team player
Knowledge of MS Project
Must be organized and able to prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
Strong communication skills – both written and verbal

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business, Engineering Management, or Industrial Engineering preferred
Knowledge of Planview is a plus
Positive attitude and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
Positive attitude and the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment

Responsibilities

Lead assigned Program(s)/Project(s), develop and execute Program/Project Plans, identify and track deviations to the plans and undertake recovery actions.
Lead multi-functional PM team (Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, etc.), create a teamwork atmosphere and coach team members to enhance the highest level of collaboration and performance.
Coordinate with Sales, Proposal and Production personnel whenever necessary.
May be the SPOC for the customer and manage the customer relationship, depending on the Program/Project and agreement with the PMO Manager.
May ensure the 1st line contract management, identify deviation to the contract and negotiate the impacts with the customer.
Track key process indicators (KPIs) including: financial margin, On Time Delivery (OTD), OQD, etc.
Provide monthly dashboard KPI updates to top management at the monthly Steering Committee.
Provide weekly status and/or report to the project team and the PMO Manager at the weekly project reviews.
Establish an (internal/external) network to effectively escalate/solve complex issues.
Contribute knowledge and experience to identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives as part of the PM system.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
Competitive wages
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
Wellness program
Tuition assistance