Manufacturing Project Manager

Job Code 3810

Assigned Aurora Location Bridgeport, WV

Locations Bridgeport, WV, Columbus, MS, 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 Technology (MT) 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 MT Program 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 and Operations Management.

• Working knowledge of aerospace composite fabrication and assembly processes.

• Lead prototype and production quote and proposal efforts.

• Create and own prototype and production program integrated master schedules.

• Planning, scheduling and prioritizing work to meet established deadline.

• 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

• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering or related field) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+4 years' related work experience, 10 years' related work experience, etc.).

• 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

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace or composite manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated manufacturing program management experience.

• Demonstrated manufacturing leadership experience.

• Ability to use software tools to support Manufacturing Engineering: o Microsoft Office Suite o CAD/CAM software.

  Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.

• Adhere to Boeing regulations for lifting.

• Work onsite in Bridgeport, WV, Columbus, MS, or Manassas, VA.

• Must be able to travel to various domestic Boeing/Aurora sites (up to 25% Travel).

  Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $68,000.00 to $120,000.00

• Maximum Range: $83,000.00 to $148,000.00

  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.