Program Manager II

Overview

Currently located in Titchfield, Hampshire, Eaton's Aerospace business stands as a global leader in aerospace fuel systems. Our site is relocating to a newly constructed facility in Daedalus, which will serve as the Centre of Excellence for aerospace manufacturing across Europe.

We are a premier supplier of fully integrated fuel systems for fixed and rotary-wing aircraft, with extensive fuel and air system test facilities for testing across varied conditions and fuels.

• Lead site or business unit program management and Integrated Product Team(s) to drive customer satisfaction, continuous improvement and program financial performance by managing customer programs, contracts and business relationships.
• Provide overall program or site/business unit interface with the customer; improve responsiveness to customer requirements; communicate and manage customer expectations and contractual commitments internally.
• Manage the Profit and Loss of the New Product Development Program(s) and projects; uphold Responsibility, Authority and Accountability for delivery within technical, schedule, cost and quality commitments.
• Champion IPT leadership across the program; facilitate implementation of program management processes at the site, business unit or division; promote rapid issue resolution; coach and provide feedback on performance indicators.
• Supervise project teams assigned to the program or site/business unit in a matrix environment.
• Coordinate PM reviews, prepare and publish PM metrics and reports to support the program and project teams.
• Maintain metrics for earned value (CPI/SPI), quality, technical performance and delivery through all PROLaunch phases.
• Coordinate all risks and requirements of the program into a complete integrated entity; plan, control, and measure all elements to meet requirements and goals.
• Manage customer contract, pricing, terms and conditions, and contractual flow-down; establish and negotiate pricing strategies and develop contract negotiation strategies; ensure effective change management processes.
• Provide periodic program updates regarding contractual milestones and high-risk areas; report to business units, divisional and group levels.
• Play a key role in developing new business proposals and executing the overall program plan.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Aerospace Program Management, Engineering, Customer Service, or Operations.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Aerospace), Information Technology, or Business/Management; or MBA with engineering experience.
• Chinese/Mandarin speaking language proficiency.

• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Developing and applying project management methodologies, processes and tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; capable of status reporting and technical presentations to Eaton management and customers.
• Analytical skills and business acumen; knowledge of the Aerospace industry.
• Leadership skills to lead change in an Integrated Team (IPT).
• Experience managing programs/projects with components/subsystems/systems scope, moderate to high customer risk, and related NRE budgets and incremental revenue growth.
• Ability to lead effectively in diverse cultural environments with global customers and teams.
• Experience in Aerospace NPI programs and industry.
• PMI accreditation (PMP) highly preferred; experience in risk management.

No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom without company sponsorship now or in the future.

The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. Applicants may be required to undergo additional screening as part of the recruitment process.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected by law.