Program Manager

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements.

Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff.

With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.

S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary :

Interface with Quality, Contracts, Finance, Production, Materials, and Procurement personnel to support the planning and execution of projects, monitoring and controlling project progress, and maintaining project files.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Initiate project Kick-off meetings, internal and external customer meetings, and contract review meetings as required.
• Plan and monitor projects to ensure they are within scope, on-time, quality, and budget, and timely submission of reports and contract data deliverables.
• Utilize the company's ERP, and other systems, to monitor and report.
• Develop billing for invoices, track funding status, and work with Contracts department to report funding needs to customers.
• Maintain and update Programs database to track status of proposals, purchase orders, milestone dates, and other contract requirements.
• Prepare presentations and reports using MS Office packages.
• Work across functional departments for continuous improvement initiatives, KPI & status reporting, and process improvements.
• Participate and provide guidance in government audits as needed.
• Assist with sales presentations and technical proposals as needed.
• Exhibit friendly, professional, and helpful spirit toward customers, vendors, employees, and guests.
• Adhere to acceptable professional work standards.
• Observe Company procedures and personnel policies.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships in accordance with Airbus Code of Conduct.
• Regular onsite attendance required as outlined in the company policy.

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training :

Education :

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience :

• Minimum 5 years program management experience, preferably in an aviation or aerospace environment.
• Prior government or military contracts experience.
• Prior experience with FARs and DFARs is a plus.
• Familiarity with earned value management is a plus.
• Advanced MicroSoft Office product knowledge and MS Project experience is a plus.
• Smartsheets experience is a plus.
• Experience working in an international organization is a plus, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities :

• Must demonstrate high level of accuracy and thoroughness of work.
• Must be able to lead a project meeting, take minutes and actions, with follow-up and follow through.
• Must be dependable and follows instructions and directions.
• Good organization skills to prioritize, multi-task and plan work activities using time efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Must maintain positive, flexible attitude and approach to assignments as this position will support various levels within the organization.
• Must be able to interact respectfully and productively with co-workers, supervisors, managers and guests.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.
• Must be able to see and hear clearly with or without aids or devices.
• Must be able to walk around, squat, bend and stand regularly.

Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages) :

• Excellent communication skills both written and spoken.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Travel Required :

Less than 5% domestic travel may be required.

Eligibility :

US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card) Holder

Nature of Contacts :

Involved Communication on a regular basis with internal and external parties.

Equal Opportunity :

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment.

This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process.

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