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 Piper’s worldwide headquarters is based in beautiful Vero Beach, FL., – located just a few miles from the Atlantic Coast. We are the largest private employer in Indian River County and offer exciting and enriching careers. We aim to be the best. So it’s only natural that we strive to recruit the best people in and to give you every opportunity to become even better. After all, ours is a company that never stands still. That’s why we provide a supportive team-working environment in which each individual’s needs are respected. No matter what role you’re in, you’ll help us make the most of our business. And we’ll help you make the most of your career. So, make Piper Aircraft your ultimate destination. Together, we’ll go further than you ever thought possible. 

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Current openings:

Program Manager  (Full Time)
Department: All Openings

POSITION SUMMARY:

Coordinate with Management and other Stakeholders to implement new or modified products from design concept to production implementation. This includes, but is not limited to, the development and maintenance of requirements documents, schedules, manpower resource requirements and loading charts, budgets, risk, issues, opportunities, and other such management tools for the execution of assigned projects.

Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within aircraft design, manufacturing, and certification. Relies on the instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job, however, the position requires adaptability to the specific project situation, and the expectation of performance evaluation and recommendations for continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

·         Initiate, plan, execute, control and close assigned projects

·         Conduct meetings and group decision making process

·         Effectively and accurately communicate relevant project information to project team

·         Keep the senior management and others informed about project status and issues

·         Create program presentations & briefings

·         Develop and maintain project governing documents;

o    Requirements

o    Statement of Work

o    Risk, Issues & Opportunity

o    Cost

o    Schedule

·         Create and maintain integrated project schedules including coordination of resources

·         Maintains oversight of assigned projects to ensure they remain within scope, schedule and budget parameters

·         Track and report cost and schedule performance

·         Interface with internal departments, ensuring necessary procurement and fabrication of parts, materials and services for the specific projects

·         Administer project databases

·         Perform other related duties as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities, however; is required to train and assist other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The successful candidate must be organized, resourceful and possess excellent communication skills and the ability to function under pressure. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Basic:

·         BA/BS in business or STEM field and 10 years of related experience

·         5+ years of project/program management experience

Preferred:

·         Degree in an Engineering or Business with Aeronautical/Aerospace discipline

·         Project/program management certification from PMI or similar

·         General knowledge and skills associated with cross functional coordination in areas of design engineering, methodization, manufacturing planning, production control, supply chain management, manufacturing engineering, aircraft fabrication and assembly and quality management, testing and certification functions.

Requires comprehensive knowledge of Windows based computer programs such as Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form