Hera Technologies is seeking a highly qualified Program Manager!

Hera Technologies, LLC Company Profile:

Hera Technologies, LLC is a world-class contract Aerospace Manufacturing firm that produces high quality built-to-print and built-to-model metallic and nonmetallic components for the Space, Aerospace, Defense, and Commercial Airline industries. We are a team of talented, ethical and motivated individuals committed to providing our customers with superior quality products delivered on time and aimed to exceed customer expectations. We provide a safe and rewarding work environment that acknowledges individual achievement and promotes entrepreneurial spirit, and teamwork.

Hera Technologies, LLC specializes in CNC machining, knife cutting, laser cutting, structural bonding and painting, processing and kitting of a wide variety of metallic, and engineered materials. Our CNC work centers, high-speed routing machines and knife cutting systems offer 2D cutting and 3, 4 and 5-axis milling of a wide range of materials including: single-ply materials, composites, honeycomb core, plastics, ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Program Manager Job Description

Summary: Hera Technologies, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Aerospace Manufacturing Program Manager to join our team working in a hands-on, collaborative environment. The Program Manager will be responsible for multiple projects of varying complexities throughout the entire project life cycle (estimating through delivery), providing internal and external customer support by leading projectâ€related communications regarding schedule, contract changes, cost versus budget control and quality issues. The successful candidate will take full project management ownership of related activities performed by multiâ€disciplined crossâ€functional teams.

FLSA Classification: Exempt Salary

Type: Full-time

Work hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm; Some weekend work may be necessary. Hours may be adjusted at the discretion of your supervisor.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 annually

Reports to: Lead Program Manager

Location: 100% onsite at 1055 E Francis St. Ontario, CA 91761 USA

Essential Job Duties (which include, but not limited to):

• Interface with customers concerning Purchase Orders and contracts, ensuring that the projects are clearly defined.
• Strong understanding of ERP operating systems.
• Perform assigned project management to produce results on time and within budget, with project status reporting to customers and management.
• Estimate project costs, develop quotes and assist with proposals by interfacing with outside processors and material suppliers.
• Assist with expediting and movement of materials and parts throughout the production process.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables. Establish and implement project management processes and methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time/within budget, adheres to highâ€quality standards, and meets customer expectations.
• Responsible for developing project plans and team assignments, directing and monitoring work efforts, identifying resource needs, performing quality reviews; identifying risks and escalating issues appropriately.
• Conduct project status update meetings with management and deliver timely progress reports.
• Work effectively with external & internal resources (consultants, contractors, suppliers and customers) to ensure collaborative partnerships to meet business requirements.
• Manage projects in accordance with AS9100 Standards.
• Support 5-S and adhere to health, safety, and environmental company guidelines.
• Learn to perform cross-functional operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduation or GED.
• 5 years of Program/Project Management experience in an AS9100 aerospace manufacturing jobâ€shop environment or procurement experience.
• Individual will have a strong understanding of Aerospace thermal protective systems (TPS), composite structures, metallic machined parts and mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbal and written technical information related to CNC machining, fabrication, and quality.
• Ability to prioritize and react to project changes.
• Excellent planning, organization, and problemâ€solving skills.
• Excellent PC skills - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project.
• Effective communication skills: demonstrated ability to interact across a broad range of organizational levels and functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to be able to complete assigned percentage of simple and/or complex assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Ability to learn to perform cross-functional operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or technical discipline.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
• Project Management Certifications PMP.
• APICS CPIM.
• Working knowledge of JobBoss ERP software.
• Aerospace manufacturing estimating experience.
• Production & inventory control experience (expediting and material handling) would be a plus.

Work authorization and Clearances:

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Must be willing to undergo and pass a criminal background check.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination, including a drug and alcohol test.

Work environment:

• Most of the work hours are in an air-conditioned open office with an assigned cubicle and comfortable seating; will require limited walk-throughs in the production area which is not air-conditioned, is noisy, and requires adhering to safety protocols.
• It is a professional work atmosphere, everyone from top managers to employees holds themselves accountable to their actions.
• It is a workplace environment where people are respectful, competent, and work together to meet their expectations.
• It is an open work culture in which no one feels excluded in whatever is going on within the workplace. People are not afraid to talk and are very supportive of each other.
• It is a rewarding working environment where managers make the effort to show gratitude to those who work hard.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely lift at least 25 lbs.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and use hands and arms to reach, feel or handle items both high and low.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Sit, Stoop, Kneel and Crouch.
• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Vision abilities required by this job include- near vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:

• Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan option upon eligibility
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• 10 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discretionary bonuses
• Incentivized and cash-based employee referral program.
• Many other great company perks including Hera branded merchandise, a great work environment, and a supportive management team!

Hera Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a workplace free of violence and drugs. We retain the option to perform substance abuse testing before and during employment.