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Business Unit Manager

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division (GTFSD)

Location : USA SAN DIEGO CA

Job Family : Manufacturing and Production

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Dec 18, 2025

Job ID : 61832

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

The vision of Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division is to be the global leader in the design, development, manufacture, and service of engine fuel, lubrication, and thermal management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial applications. By leveraging our expertise in analysis, atomization, combustion, fluid metering, and control — coupled with enterprise excellence — we will exceed customer expectations and achieve our business objectives.

BUSINESS UNIT MANAGER

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for leading the San Diego Business Unit for the Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division and meeting objectives as identified by the Corporation’s WIN Strategy. Manages the profit and loss (P&L) and asset performance of the San Diego Business Unit. Develops world-class manufacturing operations through the use of automation, documented processes, demand-flow technologies, and an empowered team of employees to continuously meet customer expectations. Maintains close contact with customers to gain insight into their needs as well as general market requirements for the business unit’s products.

RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Profitably grow the San Diego Business Unit consistently and annually.

+ Works with current and potential customers to promote and leverage company technologies, systems, products and services.

+ Establishes and maintains premier customer service. Leads by example.

+ Leads strategy deployment for the business unit concentrating on Lean Initiatives, Strategic Pricing and Strategic Procurement. Leads Operating, Manufacturing, Engineering, Information Technology, Human Resources, Lean Accounting, Planning, Sales/Marketing, and New Product Development functions to ensure operational efficiency and economy.

+ Accountable for driving Lean Initiatives, Strategic Procurement and Strategic Pricing initiatives throughout the operation to ensure they are fully embraced and implemented.

+ Develops a budget plan and manages the business unit within budget constraints.

+ Maintains familiarity with competitive environment within geographical area of responsibility.

+ Represents the operation at the Business Unit and Division levels.

+ Provides leadership by promoting team concepts, coaching, counseling, retaining, mentoring,

training, talent management, and individual development.

+ Drives a culture of accountability and results through strategy deployment and effective performance management.

+ Ensures that the business unit conform to local, state and federal government regulations.

+ Promotes business unit within industry, manufacturing, trade associations and local community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline; MBA is preferred

+ 5-10 years related experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

+ Excellent knowledge of management and marketing principles, industry practices, company and competitor products, technology, and service capabilities.

+ Knowledge of business and operational processes; proposal development, contract negotiations, and program management. May require knowledge of international budgeting and acquisition processes and procedures.

+ Demonstrated ability to lead people and obtain results through others typically acquired through ten or more years of increasing experience and responsibility including prior leadership and/or program management role.

+ Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective problem solving / resolution skills and a team focus.

+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively and persuasively present information to top management, customers, and employees.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

The Competitive Compensation

+ Pay Range: $156,900 to $274,550 annually

+ Participation in Annual and Long-Term Incentive Programs

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

+ Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

+ 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.

+ Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.

+ Career development and tuition reimbursement.

+ Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

+ Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

+ Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)