Posted on: 2013-05-31
I. PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Work as part of a team to lead program activities associated with the design, manufacture and delivery of large scale commercial aircraft interior products or integration programs.
Responsibilities:
II. DESCRIPTION OF WORK PERFORMED
Primary focal point and customer contact after program inception
Accountable for program schedule, budget and scope of work
Develop customer goodwill and confidence through regular and frequent communication
Focal point for receipt and dissemination of all commercial and technical information after program award
Coordinate internal activities to ensure major milestones are progressed in concert with the program requirements
Initiate pro-active correspondence to communicate program status, on-going financial viability, and identification of key issues to senior management staff on a regular basis
Coordinate problem solving activities; analyze inputs and develop course of action to insure timely problem resolutions
Participate in and support terms & conditions and pricing negotiations with customers and communicate requirements. Coordinate subcontracted services and serve as a liaison with customers
Issue and follow up on program change proposals for both commercial and technical scope of work deviations
Initiate invoicing and ensure timely payment for products and service delivery
Qualifications:
III. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM JOB
Bachelors degree in applicable discipline or equivalent experience required
Minimum 5 years applicable experience
Proven leadership, teamwork, and negotiation skills. Ability to motivate others in a matrix structure team environment
Experience with Lean or Six Sigma strongly desired
Excellent organizational, customer service, communication and presentation skills
Ability to travel 10-15% of time