Project Manager, Deputy

Program Manager

Your Challenge : As a Program Manager, you will have the primary role in ensuring program technical, cost and schedule contract commitments are satisfied on contracts ranging from $5M to $100M. You will lead an integrated product team in achieving contract commitments, driving performance of all. You will be the single point of program leadership, be responsible for assigning and monitoring technical, cost and schedule objectives, and the primary customer POC. This position requires leadership of engineering, manufacturing, planning, quality, contract and finance resources to complete all program tasks.

Manage, coordinate and control Work Plan execution to achieve technical, cost and schedule objectives

Efficiently and effectively work towards goals in a complex, diverse environment with multiple constraints

Lead the program team and regular meetings to monitor and drive progress toward objectives

Maintain effective customer communications, ensuring that all customer requirements and expectations are addressed effectively

Address and resolve project issues pertaining to project work scope, technical requirements, quality, schedule, resource assignments, cost customer interface and other program related activities

Communicate program progress, issues, and / or resolution options to team members' customers and SAS management

Review and control cost, including the coordination and certification of Estimate at Complete dates

Develop and monitor the Risk Management Plan as part of planning and execution of the program

Interact with Sourcing and suppliers to plan for and secure the materials needed for the program and future production

Interact with operations and integrate between shop floor and program management

Coordinate the efforts of Curtiss-Wright and customer project teams

Periodic travel to customer and supplier sites to support program execution and business development activities

Your Expertise : Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent with appropriate course complete to support a project management team. 5-10 years experience in program management experience in large aerospace and defense contracts, directly responsible for equipment / hardware production and delivery. Demonstrated ability to effectively develop and manage detailed program budgets. Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems and Risk Management. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures for a high complexity / low mix product line. Prior engineering / operations experience with current experience in program management. Strong customer relationship experience. Prior experience in managing projects / programs in relations to the Defense industry, particularly Naval. Excellent organization, communication (written and oral) and presentation skills. Strong analytical and finance skills. Ability to break down complex inputs from senior leaders and experts into actionable plans / courses of action. Project Management Professional Certification is an asset. Must be US citizen and able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance

Attributes to be successful in this role include the following : Organized, detail-oriented, action-oriented, resourceful, politically savvy, driven, efficient works autonomously, and strategic mindset.

Who We Are : Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Steam & Air Solutions (SAS), a business unit of Curtiss-Wright, designs, manufactures, tests and provides - Navy steam turbines and steam valves, nuclear steam turbines, and aftermarket steam parts, upgrades, and overhauls. Located in Summerville SC, this brand new state-of-the-art facility is approximately 134,000 square feet dedicated to manufacturing in relations to machining, welding, assembly and quality inspections.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.