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Woodward, Inc. · 3 days ago

Senior Manager, Program Management (Systems/Platform)

Niles, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$143K/yr - $215K/yr

Woodward, Inc. is committed to creating a rewarding workplace and delivering energy control solutions for a clean future. The Senior Manager of Program Management will lead high-complexity programs, manage project teams, and ensure compliance with organizational standards while driving strategic initiatives and financial management.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead high-complexity, high-risk programs and manage CAT 3 projects, ensuring deliverables meet contractual and business objectives while maintaining customer satisfaction and QDRC standards

Build, develop, and maintain a skilled team, including Program Managers and Project Coordinators. Champion continuous improvement and mentor junior program managers

Prioritize programs and resources, assess workload complexity, recommend allocations, and ensure teams are appropriately staffed to meet objectives

Establish and manage project/program governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements

Ensure full and appropriate use of processes such as Product Life Cycle (PLC), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and Parts Transition Process

Act as the primary customer contact, resolve cross-functional issues, and present project status to executives and stakeholders

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks while championing change initiatives to ensure smooth transitions during program execution

Manage budgets, financial forecasts, and resource allocations to ensure cost efficiency and maximize return on investment (ROI)

Drive process improvement initiatives (Six Sigma, Lean, etc.) and align programs with long-term business goals

Work closely with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and other teams to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and supplier evaluations

Participate in new business development and product portfolio management to enhance competitiveness

Qualification

Program GovernanceRisk ManagementFinancial AcumenProject ManagementChange ManagementAnalytical ThinkingStakeholder EngagementStrategic VisionPortfolio IntegrationBusiness DevelopmentContinuous ImprovementProject Life CycleCustomer EngagementLeadershipCommunicationTeam LeadershipCross-Functional Collaboration

Required

bachelor's degree in arts/sciences (BA/BS)

Project management experience in a PLC environment or closely related field

Previous management experience

PgMP (Program Management Professional)

Greenbelt Certification

PMP (Project Management Professional)

U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts, Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Company

Woodward, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Founded in 1870