Arconic
Staff Program Leader, Innovation Excellence
Arconic, New Kensington, Pennsylvania, United States
Staff Program Leader, Innovation Excellence
Arconic is currently in search of a Staff Program Leader, Innovation Excellence to join our Rolled Products North America Team based out of New Kensington, PA. At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization. Job Summary
The Staff Program Leader, Innovation Excellence is responsible for supporting the management of Arconic’s Technology portfolio from ideation to commercialization and advancing our Technology strategy while exhibiting company values. This role will support prioritization, resource management, value capture and performance monitoring of the Technology portfolio, along with intellectual property monitoring, technoeconomic assessments, portfolio lifecycle management and competitive/market assessments to promote data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities
Facilitate execution of Arconic’s R&D portfolios, including continuous resource optimization, effective deliverables management, accountability on milestones & timelines, and tracking of key performance indicators. Maintain governance of the Technology stage-gate process across the enterprise, including updating documentation and providing refresher trainings. Partner with Technology teams to develop and validate the global economic model (GEM) for R&D projects, complete real-win-worth assessments, and measure and monitor R&D ROI profile. Facilitate product vitality reviews with key stakeholders in R&D, Finance, Product Technology, Commercial, Operations, and Corporate ESG. Lead efforts to leverage insights from advanced analytics and market intelligence to inform next-generation product development strategies, improve deliverables, enhance collaboration, and define actionable go-to-market strategy frameworks. Support the integration of sustainability criteria into R&D portfolios and implementation of a robust lifecycle assessment methodology for estimating and reporting the carbon footprint of current and future products. Manage competitor IP monitoring and Emerging Technology programs. Lead efforts around competitor benchmarking and comparative technoeconomic assessments to inform Technology roadmaps. Take a leadership role in scouting new technologies and establishing strategic partnerships to accelerate technology development. Engage cross-functional stakeholders to actively update the Technology roadmaps and align deliverables with Commercial and Operations 5-year plans. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering discipline 5+ years’ proven experience in project management and technology development in an industry environment Applied knowledge of project management including valuation, deliverables development, resource planning, cost analyses, risk assessment, and stakeholder management Proven ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary projects and drive cross-functional alignment Familiarity with finance analyses, technoeconomic assessment and product lifecycle management Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position requires access to controlled technology per Export Administration Regulations and ITAR. Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements. Exceptional Candidates also have
Masters in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field; MBA with focus on project management, technology management or business strategy Knowledge of aluminum value chain production processes Strong project management skills and proficiency with planning and visualization tools Strong technical and business acumen with ability to bridge R&D and Commercial strategy Proven ability to balance tactical execution with long-term strategic planning Ability to adapt market and regulatory considerations into strategic execution Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a team Proficient influencer who can drive advancement without supervisory authority About Us
Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, and innovative architectural products that advance automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. We act with integrity, safeguard our future, grow stronger together, earn customer loyalty, drive operational excellence and create value. EEO Statement
Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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Arconic is currently in search of a Staff Program Leader, Innovation Excellence to join our Rolled Products North America Team based out of New Kensington, PA. At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization. Job Summary
The Staff Program Leader, Innovation Excellence is responsible for supporting the management of Arconic’s Technology portfolio from ideation to commercialization and advancing our Technology strategy while exhibiting company values. This role will support prioritization, resource management, value capture and performance monitoring of the Technology portfolio, along with intellectual property monitoring, technoeconomic assessments, portfolio lifecycle management and competitive/market assessments to promote data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities
Facilitate execution of Arconic’s R&D portfolios, including continuous resource optimization, effective deliverables management, accountability on milestones & timelines, and tracking of key performance indicators. Maintain governance of the Technology stage-gate process across the enterprise, including updating documentation and providing refresher trainings. Partner with Technology teams to develop and validate the global economic model (GEM) for R&D projects, complete real-win-worth assessments, and measure and monitor R&D ROI profile. Facilitate product vitality reviews with key stakeholders in R&D, Finance, Product Technology, Commercial, Operations, and Corporate ESG. Lead efforts to leverage insights from advanced analytics and market intelligence to inform next-generation product development strategies, improve deliverables, enhance collaboration, and define actionable go-to-market strategy frameworks. Support the integration of sustainability criteria into R&D portfolios and implementation of a robust lifecycle assessment methodology for estimating and reporting the carbon footprint of current and future products. Manage competitor IP monitoring and Emerging Technology programs. Lead efforts around competitor benchmarking and comparative technoeconomic assessments to inform Technology roadmaps. Take a leadership role in scouting new technologies and establishing strategic partnerships to accelerate technology development. Engage cross-functional stakeholders to actively update the Technology roadmaps and align deliverables with Commercial and Operations 5-year plans. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering discipline 5+ years’ proven experience in project management and technology development in an industry environment Applied knowledge of project management including valuation, deliverables development, resource planning, cost analyses, risk assessment, and stakeholder management Proven ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary projects and drive cross-functional alignment Familiarity with finance analyses, technoeconomic assessment and product lifecycle management Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position requires access to controlled technology per Export Administration Regulations and ITAR. Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements. Exceptional Candidates also have
Masters in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field; MBA with focus on project management, technology management or business strategy Knowledge of aluminum value chain production processes Strong project management skills and proficiency with planning and visualization tools Strong technical and business acumen with ability to bridge R&D and Commercial strategy Proven ability to balance tactical execution with long-term strategic planning Ability to adapt market and regulatory considerations into strategic execution Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a team Proficient influencer who can drive advancement without supervisory authority About Us
Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, and innovative architectural products that advance automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. We act with integrity, safeguard our future, grow stronger together, earn customer loyalty, drive operational excellence and create value. EEO Statement
Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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