Product Manager- NXL Programs at Middle River Aerostructure Systems

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Please note: This position maybe filled as a Sr. Product Manager or Product Manager depending on the candidates work experience and business need. The requirements and salary below reflect the Product Manager level.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

The NXL Product Manager will collaborate closely with Program Managers and Operations to ensure efficient industrial planning and support for NXL program, aligning with delivery schedules and business objectives.

What YOU will do:

• Product Management: Oversee all aspects of NXL program Industrial Planning, including:
  • Developing production delivery plans to meet customer demand.
  • Creating and executing production introduction and ramp plans.
  • Managing work transfer and product change introductions.
  • Identifying and mitigating delivery risks.
  • Developing production recovery plans.
  • Customer interface
• Customer Interface: Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring their needs are understood and addressed throughout the production process.
• Industrial Planning: Conduct capacity assessments, cycle time analyses, and manpower planning to fulfill production needs.
• Operational Improvement: Lead projects aimed at enhancing delivery and operational efficiency.
• Stakeholder Management: Support, prepare, and present regular Industrial reviews to MRAS, Partners, and Customers. Coordinate with external joint venture partners and participate in STE Production System (STEPS), Configuration Control Board (CCB), and Program Control Board (PCB).
• Travel internationally and provide on-site support

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, with aviation experience.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Background in managing operations processes, optimizing workflows, and improving efficiency.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Innovative problem-solving capabilities.
• Consistent adherence to commitments and deadlines.
• Experience in customer interfacing roles.

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $88,200 to $141,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.

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