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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense Program Lead in Simsbury, Connecticut
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here (https://www.eba-d.com/) to learn more.
Job Description
EBAD seeks an accomplished professional for the position of Program Lead , reporting to a Program Manger.
Job Summary:
The Program Lead works under the guidance of the Program Manager to internally plan, manage, and report on the progress of routine and/or follow-on production orders while being the primary point of contact for external customers. The Program Lead works with the assigned program team to resolve schedule issues and maximize results in terms of on-time delivery, quality, and cost.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Provides leadership and responsibility for the achievement of delivery milestones
Sets customer expectations
Serves as the customer point of contact for routine updates
Anticipates and advises the customer on status
Facilitates internal & external communication
Is the voice of the customer to keep the team focused on the contractual commitments
Performs project planning and kick-off
Maintains accurate program schedules for assigned programs
Tracks and reports project status / performance (internal reporting / program reviews)
Advises Program Manager on significant commitment changes, scope changes, or technical issues
Requirements:
The successful candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in the field of project management or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Skills:
Team communication
Customer interaction
Leadership and team building
Business management
Strong interpersonal and written communication
Proficient with Microsoft office suite software (Project, Word, and Excel)
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. Over the last 186 years, EBI has grown into a global science and technology leader in pet food science, space and defense, and diagnostic solutions. Our businesses are unified by a common shared operating system and a common set of Core Values.
Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world. The simple truth is: When you are a part of our team, you stand head and shoulders above the rest.
We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards, with a commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships, and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service.
Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)
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