Project Manager III

Fairport, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

Schedule: Full-time M-F 8am-5pm. Some OT possible based on project need (approval required).

** ITAR Compliant Required - Candidates must be compliant with ITAR requirements and be US citizens or nationals.

Interview Process: Two rounds - first-round phone screen second-round panel interview with case study.

One-year anticipated assignment possibility of extension based on demand.

Scope of Position:
Senior project manager to support various projects for Company Advanced Optics (AO) division.
Responsible for leading technical teams and working with internal and/or external customers to define and execute programs and meet customer needs.
Defines and executes overall program plans including project schedules budgets and people resource needs to enable programs to scale appropriately in each stage to meet technical schedule and cost targets.
Drives progress from initiation through delivery reconfirming each programs value proposition at each stage and recommending the progression (or elimination) of programs at each stage to leadership as appropriate.
Constantly monitors for changes in customer requirements/scope or other assumptions and determines the impact on program strategy business case business model predicted level of risk resource requirements speed and value proposition.
Works with customers during each stage to keep them engaged to manage the scope of programs and to interpret their perception of the product being developed.
Sets key program messages and manages the information flow related to program direction issues needs and progress with key program constituencies including business leadership corporate leadership customers and team members.
Develops and manages a compelling business case (including P&L and balance sheet implications) and value proposition for the product relative to the divisions strategy market needs and competition.
Identifies commercial technical and manufacturing levers to improve the programs business case.
Oversees product testing and evaluation to confirm the initial value proposition build fundamental understanding of the technology that enables continue differentiation and ensure manufacturing implementation of requirements are met.
Identifies potential origins of strategic control ensures that intellectual property is protected.
Utilizes Company Tollgate process to direct program activities.

Required Education:
BS in Engineering - Optical Mechanical or related field (or experience in optics) (preferred) Associates Degree with significant relevant experience (minimum).

Required Years and Area of Experience:
5-7 years with proven record of executing technical programs

Required Skills:
** Project management / leadership **
Ability to lead technical teams in resolution of problems and execution of strategy
Ability to interact with customers building strong relationships for success
** Ability to work cross functionally (commercial technical technology) **
Able to track and manage program spending revenue resources & schedule
** Proficient use of Microsoft Office Tools (PowerPoint Excel Word Project)**
Able to set project direction using project management tools (i.e. MS Project risk assessment scope management etc.)
** Able to make sound decisions by blending analytical thinking with practical judgment **
Ability to discern technical approaches by asking the right questions of the team
Strong formal and informal communication skills
Ability to articulate clear direction risks and program purpose across multiple organizational levels (management to project team)
Able to define prioritize & defend milestones
Applies appropriate process discipline / process controls including modeling the appropriate behaviors to their teams

Desired Skills:
MS degree or higher in optics
Ability to assist in the organization of systems for program management
Familiarity with Company innovation process
Knowledge and experience working with the S&T organization or other research groups
Experience with Stage 3 to Stage 5 transfer to manufacturing
Experience with SAP/manufacturing environment

Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership):
Ability to articulate clear direction and program purpose
Entrepreneurial attitude and approach toward the creation of new programs
Creative problem solver
Desire to create products and processes that grow the AO platform
Process discipline oriented. Follows established protocols and processes. Evaluates opportunities for improvements.
Organized rigorous attention to detail. Self-starter/motivated
Experience leading internal or external technical teams in the creation of new products or services. Demonstrated ability to work with customers is a strong advantage.

Required Experience: