Manufacturing Program Manager

Who YOU are and what YOU can become: The Manufacturing Program Manager will collaborate closely with Program Managers and Operations to ensure efficient industrial planning and support for the program, aligning with delivery schedules and business objectives. You’ll develop and execute manufacturing strategies that meet program goals while ensuring quality, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction throughout the product lifecycle.

Please note: This position maybe filled as a Sr. Manufacturing Program Manager or Manufacturing Program Manager depending on the candidates work experience and business need. The requirements and salary below reflect the Manufacturing Program Manager level. 

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

What YOU will do:
You will develop and manage the manufacturing plan for the program, ensuring that resources, schedules, and processes align with overall program goals. In this role, you will closely collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, supply chain, quality, and production, to ensure that manufacturing requirements are met and production targets are achieved.
Key responsibilities include:
•    Overseeing Production Ramp-Up: Ensure that all processes, resources, and materials are scalable to meet increasing demand as production ramps up.
•    Managing Cross-Functional Coordination: Work with engineering, supply chain, quality, and production teams to align on production requirements, capacity, and schedules.
•    Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for manufacturing updates, delivery schedules, and any potential issues. You will communicate regularly with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and addressing concerns promptly.
You will also be responsible for managing risks that could impact production, including material shortages, equipment failures, and delays. You will take swift action to resolve any issues, keeping the program on track.
Additional key tasks include:
•    Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks, working with operations teams to address challenges as they arise.
•    Production Quality Assurance: Ensure production meets required quality standards by collaborating with the Quality Assurance team and resolving any quality issues swiftly.
•    Managing Production Schedules: Coordinate with operations to ensure production schedules are met, adjusting resources or processes as necessary to maintain deadlines.
Lastly, you will drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality. By leading process optimization initiatives, you will contribute to the overall success of the program

What YOU must bring to succeed:
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or related field).
•    5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, ideally in aviation or similar industries.
•    Strong program management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
•    Experience in risk management, production ramp-up, and continuous improvement efforts.

Desired Characteristics:
•    Excellent communication and leadership skills.
•    Proven problem-solving abilities.
•    Strong focus on customer relationships and process optimization.
•    Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
 

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $88,200 to $141,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.

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