Program Manager
Caldwell, ID - USA
Job Summary
Crane Aerospace and Electronicshas an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager at our West Caldwell NJ location.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Youll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Every time you use phone navigation make a bank transaction or have food delivered to your home Crane Aerospace & Electronics Microwave product is hard at work. Located in the tight-knit family-first West Caldwell NJ. community our West Caldwell facility supplies industry-leading microwave components and systems for use in space defense and commercial applications including GPS III satellites. With more than 60 years of expertise our Microwave group has proven capabilities in major military communications electronic warfare radar and satellite systems. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Job Summary:
Program Managers provide leadership and management of cross functional business technical and operations teams while assuming accountability for overall success of assigned product development programs. Program management responsibilities extend from customer proposal to program inception through the successful transition to production processing after completion of qualification testing / certification compliance and production readiness reviews. Program success is measured by customer satisfaction of the development process and technical solution accomplishment of schedule milestones and adherence to recurring and non-recurring cost targets.
Essential Functions:
Review and evaluate customer proposals and change requests; lead bid package elements ensuring compliance with technical cost and schedule requirements.
Develop monitor and update detailed program plans schedules and resource needs to meet customer milestones within established processes.
Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) by coordinating engineering operations and supply chain to ensure manufacturable designs cost targets and successful new product introduction.
Serve as primary customer interface through regular communication progress reviews scope management and formal change-control processes.
Manage program cost schedule risks and issues using standardized project management tools; drive mitigation actions and ensure stakeholder alignment.
Facilitate smooth transition from development to production and lead preparation collection and communication of program metrics to internal and external stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: 10 years experience in Program Management or related project management type position.
Knowledge: Proficient in Program Management philosophies and processes. Possess sufficient technical aptitude to understand design and production processes relate to Crane A&E products.
Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated Leadership Skills Results Focus Customer Service Orientation Action Orientation Planning & Organizing Teamwork & Cooperation Business Acumen Decision-Making Skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Project and other PC based office tools.
Education/Certification: BS degree in Engineering or technical discipline.
Eligibility Requirement:This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Some experience in a technical field preferred preferably aerospace.
MBA or comparable advanced management degree
Formal training in Program and / or Systems Management (PMI or equivalent)
Experience in engineering product development and certification processes
Working Conditions:
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses gowning masks hearing protectors heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises cold temperatures confined spaces dust or fumes
Travel up to 10%
Standing: 20% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 80% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 20 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 20 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of computer
Workspace (line cube etc): Office or Cube
Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics youll enjoy:
Benefits:Health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match
Education Reimbursement:eligible after 6 months of employment
You can see a list of our benefits at visit our website atfor more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
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Salary range: $147300 - $183000 Several factors contribute to actual salary including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities skills training and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation general identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Crane Co. delivers engineered solutions for aerospace, defense, flow technologies, and critical industries—driven by innovation and 170 years of excellence.