Maintain and improve a skilled team through talent management processes, performance reviews, salary planning, training matrices, level progressions, and staffing
Create, maintain, and improve standard work processes and best practices for the team
Break down organizational goals into actionable activities and support other engineering groups during critical situations
Implement and support systemic and process improvements to enhance product development velocity.
Responsible for NPI SIOP activities, including reviewing Master Schedule requirements with Program Managers
Running reports, such as MRP/material planning (demand & supply), excess inventory, and shipments
May have direct responsibility for some projects
Requirements
Leader and Mentor for team of Project Coordinators with responsibility for NPI Hardware flow, Inventory, and meeting Project Milestone
Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities to motivate individuals beyond their comfort zones.
Strong written and oral communication and presentation abilities.
Knowledge of the product life cycle and related business systems and processes.
Strong ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to evaluate and mitigate risks effectively during product development.
Ability to develop and maintain training matrices and upskill staff to meet business demands.
Adept at trade studies, brainstorming, and applying technical tools to resolve engineering challenges.
Strong focus on improving organizational competitiveness through innovative methods and best practices
Continuous Improvement Knowledge
Must be 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
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating 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