Engineering Project Manager (Defense) - 14412

Engineering Project Manager (Defense) - 14412 Sterling Heights, MI Job Details Contract 1 day ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Bachelor's degree in systems engineering Customer communication Master's degree in business administration Budget management 7 years Project engineering Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Process optimization Engineering Mechanical Engineering Process improvement Project timeline management Analysis skills Supervising experience Bidding project phase Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Master of Science Forecasting Systems engineering Budgeting Earned value management Senior level Electrical Engineering Cross-functional collaboration Master of Business Administration Project leadership Cross-functional team management Financial acumen Communication skills Negotiation Project scheduling Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Tracked Vehicle Engineering Project Manager (Defense) Description We are seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Engineering Project Manager within the Legacy Product Management organization. While in this role the EPM will be responsible for production and obsolescence support to both domestic and international programs. This will be accomplished by providing engineering leadership of a cross-functional team with responsibility and authority to deliver key products within schedule, budgetary, and technical constraints. Responsibilities to

Anticipate/Expect:

Apply the principles of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) to the projects assigned Possess, understand and apply the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of project management to plan and execute engineering projects Generate and execute project plans and integrated schedules Establish funding mechanisms to facilitate work scope Forecast and maintain project demand files Establish & utilize metrics to drive and monitor project performance Able to read, comprehend, interpret, author, and manage contractual language/scope Facilitate and support technical and programmatic events Lead vehicle system-level design, integration, build, and test activities Represent the project and engineering organization to GDLS leadership and our customers Participate as a member of the program team leading the effort to success. Prepare bids and provide bid support for any applicable RFI or proposal efforts Serve as a primary technical interface for internal & external customers Coordinate incoming problem reports for prioritization and processing Support change processing metrics through tracking, measuring and managing aging issues to resolution Evaluate and disseminate customer comments to proposed changes for immediate action Propose/assess process improvements to increase through-put of design updates and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Systems Engineering. Other technical degrees will be considered with relevant experience. Advanced/additional degree, MBA or MS a plus. 7+ years of relevant work experience related to the role. 5+ years relevant experience in the engineering/defense industries desired. Demonstrated project engineering experience overseeing complex technical projects. Expectation is that the candidate possesses, understands, and can apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of project management to plan and execute engineering projects. Proven experience in technical interface with customers and maintain relationships Experience and ability to lead multi-functional teams.

Excellent communication skills:

written, verbal, and presentation. Analytical skills and ability to direct and consult on technical analyses. Must have excellent business acumen and negotiating skills Knowledge of business finances, project budget management and forecasting, scheduling tools, and critical path analysis. #HRUProfessional