Senior Program Director

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Safran Full time
Job Overview

As a Senior Program Director at Safran, you will play a pivotal role in leading the strategic direction and execution of programs/projects. This involves overseeing customer relationships, product development, technical solutions, and driving critical hardware procurement, production, and deliveries.

About the Role

This position is responsible for the operational oversight of a team of Program Managers, ensuring the successful execution of initiatives in alignment with company goals. You will be accountable for financial performance, including P&L, sales, costs, discretionary budgets, and collateral budgets.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Leadership
    • Develop and implement long-term program strategies to ensure organizational objectives are met.
    • Coordinate proposal preparation, business plans, work statements, and specifications.
  • Financial Performance
    • Establish financial plans and budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing gross margins.
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.
  • Customer and Stakeholder Management
    • Act as primary customer contact for program activities, leading review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
    • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, fostering customer-focused teams.
Requirements and Qualifications
  1. Education / Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline; advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 10 years of related experience, with significant experience in program management and leadership roles.
  • Experience in the aerospace industry, specifically with aircraft electromechanical systems, avionics, and/or aircraft systems.
  • Proven experience in leading work transfers and business transitions.
Skills and Abilities:
  • Proven track record in strategic program leadership and management.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost tracking, scheduling, risk management, and gross margin improvements.
  • Ability to work well as a leader with teams and communicate effectively upward to executive levels.
  • Operations experience to drive quality and on-time delivery.
  • Exceptional leadership traits, including the ability to lead large, cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication skills, engaging both technical audiences and senior leadership.
Work Environment

This office-based role requires occasional visits to customer bases or relevant locations for contract execution. Specific vision abilities include close vision, and work environment noise levels are usually quiet.

Compensation Package

We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, based on location and experience. Additionally, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.



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