Sr. Project Manager Engineer - Remote

Job Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Aerospace and Defence Project Management Office.

Applicants within 2 hours of Fairview, NC and Harrisburg, PA are encouraged to apply. The role is open to remote working, but proximity to a TE site for on-boarding and, when required, in-person work would be advantageous. There is also the option of full time on-site or hybrid remote and on-site working.

Reporting to a Portfolio Manager the position holder will have primary responsibility for delivery of a series of Product Development Projects in the Integrated Systems Group (ISG) within the Aerospace, Defense, and Marine Business Unit. The Senior Project Manager is a prominent Project Management role with TE and the position holder will drive the successful performance of multiple high profile/value projects following defined methods & processes to achieve commercial and efficiency targets set by the business. 

Global Travel is possible up to 10% of the time (when customers and restrictions allow) 

This position requires access to information which is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, person granted asylee status in the U.S., or person admitted into the U.S. as a refugee.

TE Connectivity (NYSE: TEL) is a $12 billion global technology leader. Our connectivity and sensor solutions are essential in today’s increasingly connected world. We collaborate with engineers to transform their concepts into creations – redefining what’s possible using intelligent, efficient and high-performing TE products and solutions proven in harsh environments. Our 72,000 people, including over 7,000 engineers, partner with customers in over 150 countries across a wide range of industries. We believe EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS – www.TE.com.

Job Responsibilities

• All aspects of Project Management from project inception to completion
• Working with global multi-disciplinary teams to engineer and manufacture products in a highly regulated environment
• Risk Management and leadership of Risk Assessment activities
• Development and maintenance of the Project Business Case alongside the Business Office
• Development of detailed project schedules and resource plans, using the input of cross-functional stakeholders.
• Reporting on Project status and being accountable for project progress against the Plan
• Escalation of issues as applicable and utilisation of project change controls
• Managing and being accountable for a project budget
• Liaising with the Procurement function to ensure timely acquisition of goods and materials in support of project execution
• Being the TE focal-point for customer-driven projects
• Contribution to functional and business-wide Continuous Improvement efforts

What your background should look like

About You

The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience over multiple contiguous projects including those within a regulated field. They will have a track record of successful delivery of customer-facing product development projects following a Stage Gate process in a hardware product development / manufacturing environment.

A Bachelors degree is preferred in appropriate field or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional level experience.

Key Requirements

• Strong interpersonal, negotiating and influencing skills and the ability to build strong, credible relationships with multiple organization functions (internal and external)

• Able to take ownership of each project and drive good decisions to deliver results
• Clear strategic thinker with the ability to execute on priorities
• Self-motivated with the ability to perform in a demanding environment
• Excellent organisational, time management and administrative skills
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to disseminate critical information appropriately
• Results driven
• Good level of IT capability with detailed experience of Microsoft Office (MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Flexibility and a willingness to travel
• Technical and commercial education/experience related to Engineering and/or Manufacturing in a similar regulated industry

Other Beneficial Requirements

• Project Management Professional (e.g. PMP, Prince 2, APM certifications)
• A professional level of business acumen and good commercial understanding
• The ability to tailor critical information and communication to different audiences
• Experience with Planisware

Competencies