Job Description

The project manager maintains 100-130 project schedules simultaneously while coordinating project requirements and priorities through working with various internal customers (quality, procurement, sales) across multiple locations as well as external customers (manufacturing, FAA). The project manager ensures development projects progress to achieve required objectives (timeliness, cost, customer expectations, etc.) They provide input regarding resource capacity, engineering capabilities, vendor selection, expected delivery dates to customers, and cost. Some data management and light ability to develop code in Excel or PowerBI is preferred.

Essential Responsibilities

Plan and implement project schedules, allocate resources, prioritize accordingly, and manage day-to-day project activities to maximize efficiency
Create action and follow-up plans to manage risk and prevent delays
Coordinate engineering support for manufacturing, procurement, quality, sales, customers, and FAA
Update and report project ECDs regularly to stakeholders
Coordinate with business development and sales on upcoming projects and engineering capacity
Coordinate with design engineering and procurement for vendor selection, PO issuance, and part tracking
Light oversight of design process including some understanding of GD&T, design process, and internal requirements
Light oversight of certification process including some understanding of FAA regulations, PMA submittal procedures, and internal package requirements
Manage data tracking tools and progress against metrics and KPIs
Identify opportunities to improve project objectives such as development timing, cost, quality, etc.
Reports to VP of Engineering

Experience and Skills

3 years of relevant work experience (engineering, procurement, project management)
High level of detail, organization, and ability to motivate is critical for this position
Skilled in technical communication, collaboration, and building allies
Proficient with MS Office applications, Adobe Acrobat
Familiarity with aerospace, design, or reverse engineering processes preferred
Familiarity with Quantum, MS Power BI, FAA certification process preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering preferred)
Project management certification preferred

Compensation

Salary position commensurate with experience
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and LTD insurance options
Perks such as training/continuing education annual budget

About Us

Jet Parts Engineering, Inc. (JPE) is an equal opportunity employer. In business since 1994, JPE is an aerospace engineering firm that has established a reputation for supplying high quality parts while providing exceptional service to its customers. That is why “our people are the best part!” For more information, please see www.jetpartsengineering.com.