Program Management Specialist II
Herndon, VA 
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Posted 10 days ago
Job Description

This position offers FULLY REMOTE opportunities for candidates across the United States. Preferred locations: Denver CO, or Merritt Island, FL

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.


Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.


Position Summary:

Airbus U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Program Management Specialist II to develop and implement Program Management tools and solutions for aerospace program execution. We're looking for candidates who can bring exceptional organizational and planning skills, along with and strong experience in program execution to the team.


Position Responsibilities:

The Program Management Specialist II's primary responsibility is to support programs at Airbus U.S. The Specialist will work with Program Managers to lead the development of new Program Management processes in a hybrid Program and Product environment. The Program Management Specialist II will accomplish a variety of daily tasks, including driving action completion, facilitating management processes (eg., Schedule, EV, ERM, EAC and customer status), and completing and processing documentation.

The Program Management Specialist II will plan and execute moderate and complex assignments, under the leadership of the Director of Programs.

PMO Process and Tools 75%

  • Development of new PMO processes, templates and tools to improve company efficiency and program/product execution
  • Facilitate PMO execution through action tracking and task management
  • Coordinate, evaluate, and manage management tools for improved efficiency and effectiveness
  • Coordinate across the Airbus US organization for tool selection, implementation, and usage
  • Facilitate management reviews and boards, including coordination with subject matter experts

Additional Responsibilities 25%

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas.

Experience:

  • A minimum of 3 years with a Bachelor's degree, 1 years with a Master's degree; or 7 years work experience in an engineering management environment
  • Preferred: Proven track-record working in engineering management fields that included product design, development, testing, and delivery
  • Experience in highly regulated fields, including ISO9001, AS9100, or similar Quality Management Systems

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

  • Proficiency with project management and data management tools, including Sharepoint, Jira, Windchill, SAP, or similar
  • Experience with aerospace industry, terminology, and project lifecycles
  • Experience with configuration management principles as applied to engineering drawings, plans, and analysis reports
  • Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across multiple levels.
  • Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment.
  • Flexible attitude and strong initiative.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver results.

Travel Required:

  • Periodic travel (less than 20%) to Airbus U.S. facilities or partner companies
  • Occasional International travel to collaborate with European Airbus counterparts

Eligibility:

US Citizenship

Clearance:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Government security clearance
Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above is highly desirable

Physical Requirements:

  • Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents.
  • Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms.
  • Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment.
  • Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.
  • Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 40lbs/9kg.
  • Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
  • Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
  • Standing: able to stand for long periods of time.
  • Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces.

Equal Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.


As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.


By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .


Website: www.airbusus.com


Airbus Defense and Space, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, political affiliation or belief.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
per year
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
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