Spirit AeroSystems · 1 month ago
Defense - IT Project Management
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$53K/yr - $173K/yr
0+ years expSpirit AeroSystems is a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, focusing on the defense and space marketplace. The IT Project Manager will be responsible for initiating and managing multiple projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards while collaborating with various departments.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control and close individual projects and/or programs (defined as a collection of projects and services whichtogether achieve common business goals and strategic initiatives with potentially long implementation time frames)
May manage several unrelated projects simultaneously
Manages activities utilizing a variety of project methodologies, including PMI, Spirit Defense, and Agile tools and templates to uphold project-to-project consistency
Work with supporting departments to develop high-level and detailed timelines and project plans and other project artifacts
Manage all project/program activities, such as, but not limited to, schedules, status, risk/issues, resources, gaps, analysis, and meetings
Direct the work of project team members (internal and/or external) in a matrixed environment, ensuring adherence to approved processes and schedules
Set expectations of cost, quality, task sequencing, due dates, and milestones, ensuring project team active participation, collaboration and coordination so project deliverables are on time and meet expectations
Monitor all aspects of the project and/or program by measuring progress and correcting course when project is not meeting goals and objectives. Ensure project remains on schedule by managing project plan and removing barriers
Provide consultative services to other projects/programs that have integration points and/or impact to project to ensure collaboration and efficiency between projects/programs
Manage project risk by identifying, planning for, developing and implementing strategies to mitigate or minimize risks
Prepare standard project and/or program communications including status reports, dashboards, and other materials to keep all stakeholders informed of project status and related issues
Develop and present information in various formats to inform, gain cooperation and/or resolve issues
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Experience in a related IT role
Level 1: 0-1+ years of experience
Level 2: 2-4+ years of experience
Level 3: 5-8+ years of experience
Level 4: 9-13+ years of experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
Must be able to secure Program access approval
Preferred
Active DoD Security Clearance
Bachelor's Degree
IT Analyst, Business Analyst, and/or Financial Analyst background
Cost Management experience
PMP certification
Tableau experience
Possess a broad understanding of general IT processes, infrastructure, and applications
Proficient in Microsoft Office Products - Project, Excel, Word, Outlook etc
Benefits
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.
Company
Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems is a manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business or regional jets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.3BKey Investors
Kansas Department of Commerce
2024-07-01Acquired
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2023-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $200M
Leadership Team
Irene Esteves
Chief Financial Officer
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