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Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation Manufacturing Project Manager in Manassas, Virginia
Manufacturing Project Manager
Job Code 3882
Assigned Aurora Location Manassas, VA
Locations Manassas, VA
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Manufacturing Project Manager
Position Overview
At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Manufacturing Project Manager to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
Responsibilities
Manufacturing Project Manager’s operate within the Manufacturing Sector as part of the multi-disciplinary New Programs and Manufacturing Technology Team. The primary function of the Senior Manufacturing Project Manager is to ensure program/project success through Team leadership, resource planning and scheduling, risk analysis/mitigation, and technical oversight. This individual will be expected to work closely with Product Engineering, Quality Assurance, Technicians, Operations Management, and Executive Leadership.
Responsibilities:
Lead prototype and production quote and proposal efforts.
Collaborate with the Program Management Office (PMO) and the Program Integration Office (PIO) to generate manufacturing inputs into the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
Operate as Cost Account Manager (CAM) for Manufacturing Integrated Product Team (IPT).
Plan, schedule, and prioritize manufacturing non-recurring and recurring work to meet established deadlines.
Maintain, track and drive to on-time completion closure all manufacturing actions items for their program(s).
Developing processes and product flows for part manufacture which meet program schedule and budget requirements while meeting aerospace quality requirements.
Main point of contact for customers on all manufacturing related subjects.
Customer coordination including, but not limited to, new program kick-off, recurring status, and technical interchange meetings.
Tracking production performance metrics and analysis.
Assisting production personnel on the shop floor as needed.
Recommending methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities.
Perform limited manufacturing engineering duties on prototype and development programs based on experience and skillset.
Minimum Requirements
BS degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university (also will consider other technical BS degrees with strong composite and/or manufacturing background).
Demonstrated manufacturing leadership experience.
14+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace or composite manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of aerospace composite fabrication and assembly processes.
Experience with MS Project or other similar scheduling tools.
Experience utilizing ERP/MRP planning systems and bill of material interrogation for process planning.
Must be a US Person.
Preferred Requirements
MS degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering or MBA.
Demonstrated manufacturing program/project management experience with cross functional teams.
Experience in aerospace structural fabrication/assembly processes and/or air vehicle systems integration
Ability to use software tools to support Manufacturing Engineering:
Microsoft Office Suite inclusive of Microsoft Project and Visio.
CAD/CAM software.
PLM Systems.
ERP Systems.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work in a factory environment, wear proper PPE, and follow Boeing regulations for lifting.
Must be able to travel to various domestic 3rd party or Boeing/Aurora sites (up to 25% travel). Includes potential extended deployment to customer, supplier, or other Aurora/Boeing sites for critical program activities.
Salary Range (Annualized USD)
Minimum Range: $97,000.00 to $173,000.00
Maximum Range: $118,000.00 to $210,000.00
Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.