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Program Manager II
Published 05.23.2025 Company:
Safran Seats |
Job field:
Programs |
Location:
Gainesville, Texas, United States |
Contract type:
Permanent |
Contract duration:
Full-time |
Required degree:
Bachelor\'s Degree |
Required experience:
More than 5 years Salary range: Based on market data. # 2025-158430 Apply
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Job Description POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it\'s a passion. There\'s the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
1. Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)
Objective:
Under general supervision, the Program Manager II is the primary point of contact for external customers and is responsible for the execution of complex programs from sales transition handover through delivery of the final aircraft and closure of any open items. The Program Manager II is responsible for contribution margin of the production phase. Must keep the program in scope or to properly negotiate time and budget when the scope increases or to refuse the scope increase if it is not practical.
2. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)
Lead the multidisciplinary team (IPT) in charge of the project. Fully understand the project management methodology (management of costs, deadlines, quality, etc.) and implement it as part of a program activity.
Responsible for implementing a product matching 100% to the one used for the cost base in the bid and to make him/her self-knowledgeable of all elements of the bid including the cost base.
Draws up the contract compliance form, with information on how differences will be corrected. Is familiar with the tools used to demonstrate program compliance with the contract (test reports, SAP inventory extraction, etc.). Ensures that each member of the Program Team is familiar with all contractual terms and conditions applicable to his/her function and that they are consistently implemented. For a new contract, ensures that the processes needed for contract compliance are in place (billing, payment, etc.).
Clarifies RFQ scope of work expected by the customer with sales team and/or customer.
Coordinates with estimator on pricing package assumptions.
Coordinates with engineering for drawing and technical proposal support.
Follows up proposal submission with customer and/or salesperson.
Kicks off new programs, establish expectations, and identify pacing items.
Manages the project scope, budget, timeline and risks. Leads program status meetings and work bottlenecks.
Is a communication facilitator between Safran teams and customer teams. Understands Safran\'s interests and ensures they are protected, while maintaining the right level of communication. Captures and documents the customer\'s perception of the program team\'s performance with respect to expectations.
Job Requirements
Tracks, manage and report non-recurring expenses to operate within budget limits.
Tracks, manage and report recurring costs at standard to operate within the quotation parameters and achieve the bid contribution margins.
Is able to draw up and manage the BP for a program with series production.
Ensures that cost estimates are made and assists with the preparation of proposals/bids (initial negotiations or further requests from the customer).
Margins of the program, both for the non-recurring and recurring portions.
Qualification Requirements
A. Education & Qualification
- Requires a Bachelor\'s degree in a related business management or related engineering discipline or 6 years related experience in lieu of Bachelor\'s degree. OR Requires an Associate\'s degree in a related business management or related engineering discipline and 3 years related experience in lieu of Bachelor\'s degree.
B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge
- In addition to meeting the education requirement, requires an additional 5 years\' experience in a project or program environment with 2 of the 5 years in one or a combination of: managing programs (program manager); or project/program IPT member with ownership of scope, schedule, and budget; or senior level responsibility in customer interface, P&L, contract development, supply chain, engineering management, or operations oversight.
C. Professional Skills
- Understand customer technical, schedule and programmatic requirements, as well as the technology and product development necessary to carry out the program. Must have excellent negotiating skills and be comfortable in adversarial environments. Must be fully accountable and able to present a good estimate to compete for NRC phase; after 25–35% of program expense, have sufficient knowledge to display the ultimate estimate at completion with error margin ±15%.
Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company Information Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation, defense and space markets. Safran Seats is a leading manufacturer of aircraft seats for crew and passengers. Safran Seats has a global presence and serves customers worldwide.
Locate your future workplace 2000 Weber Dr, Gainesville, TX 76240
Gainesville, Texas, United States
Note: This job description reflects Safran\'s current requirements and may be subject to change.
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Published 05.23.2025 Company:
Safran Seats |
Job field:
Programs |
Location:
Gainesville, Texas, United States |
Contract type:
Permanent |
Contract duration:
Full-time |
Required degree:
Bachelor\'s Degree |
Required experience:
More than 5 years Salary range: Based on market data. # 2025-158430 Apply
Apply with one click
Any questions ?
Job Description POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it\'s a passion. There\'s the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
1. Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)
Objective:
Under general supervision, the Program Manager II is the primary point of contact for external customers and is responsible for the execution of complex programs from sales transition handover through delivery of the final aircraft and closure of any open items. The Program Manager II is responsible for contribution margin of the production phase. Must keep the program in scope or to properly negotiate time and budget when the scope increases or to refuse the scope increase if it is not practical.
2. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)
Lead the multidisciplinary team (IPT) in charge of the project. Fully understand the project management methodology (management of costs, deadlines, quality, etc.) and implement it as part of a program activity.
Responsible for implementing a product matching 100% to the one used for the cost base in the bid and to make him/her self-knowledgeable of all elements of the bid including the cost base.
Draws up the contract compliance form, with information on how differences will be corrected. Is familiar with the tools used to demonstrate program compliance with the contract (test reports, SAP inventory extraction, etc.). Ensures that each member of the Program Team is familiar with all contractual terms and conditions applicable to his/her function and that they are consistently implemented. For a new contract, ensures that the processes needed for contract compliance are in place (billing, payment, etc.).
Clarifies RFQ scope of work expected by the customer with sales team and/or customer.
Coordinates with estimator on pricing package assumptions.
Coordinates with engineering for drawing and technical proposal support.
Follows up proposal submission with customer and/or salesperson.
Kicks off new programs, establish expectations, and identify pacing items.
Manages the project scope, budget, timeline and risks. Leads program status meetings and work bottlenecks.
Is a communication facilitator between Safran teams and customer teams. Understands Safran\'s interests and ensures they are protected, while maintaining the right level of communication. Captures and documents the customer\'s perception of the program team\'s performance with respect to expectations.
Job Requirements
Tracks, manage and report non-recurring expenses to operate within budget limits.
Tracks, manage and report recurring costs at standard to operate within the quotation parameters and achieve the bid contribution margins.
Is able to draw up and manage the BP for a program with series production.
Ensures that cost estimates are made and assists with the preparation of proposals/bids (initial negotiations or further requests from the customer).
Margins of the program, both for the non-recurring and recurring portions.
Qualification Requirements
A. Education & Qualification
- Requires a Bachelor\'s degree in a related business management or related engineering discipline or 6 years related experience in lieu of Bachelor\'s degree. OR Requires an Associate\'s degree in a related business management or related engineering discipline and 3 years related experience in lieu of Bachelor\'s degree.
B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge
- In addition to meeting the education requirement, requires an additional 5 years\' experience in a project or program environment with 2 of the 5 years in one or a combination of: managing programs (program manager); or project/program IPT member with ownership of scope, schedule, and budget; or senior level responsibility in customer interface, P&L, contract development, supply chain, engineering management, or operations oversight.
C. Professional Skills
- Understand customer technical, schedule and programmatic requirements, as well as the technology and product development necessary to carry out the program. Must have excellent negotiating skills and be comfortable in adversarial environments. Must be fully accountable and able to present a good estimate to compete for NRC phase; after 25–35% of program expense, have sufficient knowledge to display the ultimate estimate at completion with error margin ±15%.
Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company Information Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation, defense and space markets. Safran Seats is a leading manufacturer of aircraft seats for crew and passengers. Safran Seats has a global presence and serves customers worldwide.
Locate your future workplace 2000 Weber Dr, Gainesville, TX 76240
Gainesville, Texas, United States
Note: This job description reflects Safran\'s current requirements and may be subject to change.
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