Senior Program Manager - Space and Defense Group

Moog Inc.•Aurora, IL

9d•$115,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

Moog's Space and Defense Group is growing and looking for Senior Program Managers to join our team in Elma, New York. These are cross-functional roles that require coordination between many different groups within and outside of Moog. 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.

Requirements

Minimum of an BS Degree in Engineering or Business.
Minimum of five (5) years of program/project management related experience in a production or manufacturing environment in aerospace, defense, or other highly engineered manufacturing environments.
Must have demonstrated experience managing complex production programs in a manufacturing environment, with direct responsibility for cost, schedule, and performance.
A track record of leading cross-functional teams—including engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality—through full-rate production.
Demonstrated experience in identifying issues and problems, which impact program performance, and taking appropriate actions to resolve these issues and recover costs and schedule, in a timely manner.
Demonstrated knowledge in understanding contractual requirements and scope adherence.
Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification preferred.
Currently having a Security Clearance is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead technical programs from contract award, through final end item delivery, including support to sales and proposal efforts through fact finding and negotiations.
Lead and manage cross functional and large teams across disciplines ranging from contracts, procurement, engineering, test, operations, and quality.
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.
Plan, coordinate, and manage the preparation and presentation of materials to be reviewed at internal and customer meetings.
Review and manage program costs and technical risks, presenting status and schedule of programs at monthly Program Management Review.

Benefits

great compensation package
annual profit sharing
matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leave program
relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”)
other supplemental benefit coverages
Tuition Assistance
mentorship and coaching opportunities
leadership development
other personal growth programs
Inclusive culture rooted in our values
Employee Resource Groups
team-building activities