PROJECT ENGINEERING MANAGER

Kollsman, An Elbit Systems of America companyA world leader in the design and manufacture of avionics flight instruments, technologically sophisticated defense systems and diagnostic medical instrumentation, Elbit Sytems of America (ESA) in Merrimack combines the close-knit teamwork and high visibility of a small company with the stability and resources only a large company can provide. Add in our employee-friendly corporate culture and great southern New Hampshire lifestyle, and you’ll see why joining ESA could be the best move of your career. Position Summary:

 

The Project Engineering Manager (PEM) is responsible for the planning and tactical execution of the engineering content of an assigned project. The PEM plans, schedules, and manages the Engineering content on projects for new product development, sustaining and upgrade projects for existing products. New product development includes projects that are solely designed in-house as well as those that are co-developed using other Elbit Systems companies or external suppliers and contractors. The PEM is the liaison between the Business Unit Program Manager and the engineering community assigned to the project. The PEM is responsible for performing the management activity in accordance with standard practices and policies.

 

Responsibilities:

  Assist in the design of the project, and its execution strategy. Decompose project requirements to ensure that all project work is estimated and scheduled. Develop and maintain project plans on assigned Engineering level projects in new product development or sustaining of existing projects Determine the applicable resources required to complete a specific task in a project plan including internal and external resources at either a supplier/contractor or another Elbit company; establish timelines, budgets/estimates and secure support/buy-in from functional and senior management Lead teams and facilitate the communication and interaction amongst the functional representatives; develop cross functional teams to assure proper engineering discipline representation on a task Mediate problems encountered with team members Utilize advanced earn value management techniques to monitor and control project finances, ensuring forecast communication to management on project health metrics. Facilitate the identification of risk and opportunities;  Serve as Risk Officer on assigned projects. Identify roadblocks and bottlenecks to project execution and determine a course of action to eliminate or avoid them; develop and implement recovery plans for off schedule and unanticipated events Communicate with the Engineering resources to ensure that specific tasks assigned to them are progressing at the required completion rate Adjudicate equivalent engineering recommendations with respect to determining project technical implementation direction to align with Business Unit goals and objectives for project Maintain action item lists Conduct project reviews as required; present detailed plan status to senior management as required Is responsible for representing project execution issues in stakeholder or customer discussions. Can represent engineering and/or the Program Manager during customer or stakeholder discussions. Can manage projects of high dollar value (> $24M) or of critical business importance

 Requirements:

  MS degree in technical discipline or related disciplines (Math, Chemistry, Physic) 10+ years of directly related experience Expertise in MicroSoft project. Understanding of CMMI or other related process discipline models. Professional Program Management certification, EVMS, and CMMI training a plus. Skills:

  Must be a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing Must be able to negotiate with individuals and functions Need to be able to motivate and facilitate individuals and teams Need to be a strong problem solver, able to differentiate the important from the urgent and prioritize activities

 

 

In addition to our tax-free New Hampshire location, Kollsman offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package including a 401(k) with company match, a pension plan, on-site health and fitness facilities, casual business attire, and a 9/80 workweek with every other Friday off.

 

 

 

 

To explore career opportunities with us, please apply on-line @ www.kollsman.com/careers.

 

 

 

Reference: 2008-2484Kollsman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.