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Textron Assistant Program Manager - Avionics and Electrical Systems Engineering in Wichita, Kansas
Assistant Program Manager - Avionics and Electrical Systems Engineering
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Assists with managing the development program of new aircraft programs including transition into production. Collaborates and partners with the Avionics and Electrical team(s) and their suppliers to ensure the development program meets performance requirements as well as customer expectations. Assists in managing the schedules and budget performance for the Avionics and Electrical team(s). Lead Avionics and Electrical team(s) as a certified Agile Scrum Master and support developing the Avionics and Electrical organization in the Agile mindset.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the implementation of New Product & Service Introduction (NP&SI) process for the new aircraft development program.
Must be able to guide and coordinate the tasks of multiple internal disciplines and outside suppliers. Assists in supporting a cross functional team responsible for schedule and budget development and performance.
Assists in managing an integrated, cross-functional team assigned to the program. Coordinates efforts of representatives from various disciplines specifically assigned to the program.
Partners with the integrated team to reach solutions to complex program issues. Must be able to understand complex program issues as well as the work-scope and risks associated with different alternatives.
Maintains program status to assist the Program Manager in developing the overall program updates for management and external audiences including customers, suppliers, FAA and foreign authorities among others.
Supports reviews of the overall program for the Senior Leadership Team.
Qualifications
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree required in business, engineering, or other related field.
Minimum 2 years in aircraft development programs or relative experience required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong working knowledge of Textron Aviation aircraft development processes
Pilot certificate and/or A&P license preferred
Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams through complex issues
Effective in providing communications and presentations to senior leadership
Skills in Microsoft Project and other Microsoft Office suite software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Program Management
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 07/24/2024, 10:44:20 AM
Job Number: 326042