Overall Job Function
To manage the development of products in the R&D department from concept up to production handover according to the company's LCM processes and methods.
To coordinate with all internal departments where applicable and reach consensus on tasks and activities within the company and/or with customers and across AEC sites.
Job Responsibilities
Plan, execute and control project tasks allocated to various disciplines to ensure delivery within the allocated timeline and processes to ensure quality and cost effectiveness
Develop the overall budget including staffing requirements
Ensure that each programme meets the stated objectives
Agree priorities with Department Manager and Engineering Director
Monitor, control and manage tasks to ensure adherence to the LCM process
Identify and communicate project critical paths and major risks
Address project challenges and resolve project conflicts
Gather and analyse information to identify opportunities for improvements
Manage communication channels
Reports the progress of the projects as required
Cooperate and reach consensus with project teams across sites within AEC
Coordinate with sub-contractors if and when required during development
Work with customers and/or support program management to ensure agreed deliverables and milestones are met
Job Requirements
BScEng or project management certification and a minimum 1-5 years Project Management experience.
Experience owning program strategy with end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior management.
Strong experience in analytical, strategic and planning functions.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Extraordinary organization skills, attention to detail and excellent follow through Financial, contractual, commercial skills, negotiating ability.
Experience in an electronic/high-tech environment is highly desirable.
Experience in an aerospace environment and knowledge of SW and HW development processes such as DO-178 and DO-252.
Experience using data and metrics to drive improvements.
Affirmative Action and/or EE candidates will be given first preference as per our employment equity strategies.
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