• Program Project Manager

    GKN Aerospace (Garden Grove, CA)


    Job Summary

    GKN is seeking a PPM (“Program Project Manager”) for our Alabama account. This person will mange and lead the project(s) throughout the it’s duration. The role will take responsibility for all open NPI`s (“New Product Implementation”) within the Alabama Engines account and bring the products through Lifecycle gate 7.0 with close collaboration of the NPI team. The PPM reports to the GE Program Director as part of the IPT and is a member of the Program Management team.

    Job Responsibilities

    + The PPM supports the execution of the Project within time, quality, budget and must comply with all contractual requirements.

    + Secure a succesfull transition of NPI Project’s from inception through development until product is delivered to the customer.

    + The PPM reports on a variety of applicable KPI’s for each project such as schedule, cash flow and working capital targets.

    + Support the Program Director (PD) with improvement plans, affordability initiatives, and monitor the progress to achieve the plan.

    + Representing the customer within the Site(s), being the voice of the customer and managing customer interactions.

    + Supporting the PD by defining the vision, strategy, objectives, operational plan and budget for their account to optimize cash flow, profitability and growth.

    + Ensuring deployment of the project management standards in the program team.

    + Assessing project risk through appropriate risk mitigations tools and executing to plan.

    + The PPM has a strong relationship with operations and makes the required arrangements to enable the success of the project.

    + Adheres to all program / project management standards and policies in accordance with the GKN Aerospace Program Management framework and contribute to process development.

    + Responsible for planning and performance of Life Cycle Gates.

    + Take owernership of the Project Management tools in use and ensures aherance at all times.

    + Responsible for undertaking any other activity required to ensure successful delivery of the Program/Project.

    Job Qualifications

    + Bachelor degree in engineering, science or business.

    + At least five years of relevant business experience.

    + Proficient in the fundamentals of Program / Project Management, Finance and LEAN principles.

    + Demonstrated interpersonal, negotiation, organizational and communication skills.

    + Passion for the Aerospace industry.