New Military Program Schedule Manager

Job Description Summary

Avio Aero is working with national and international partners to design and develop the power and propulsion system for a new military program, interfacing with national and international customers/entities. Within the Military NPI Organization, the Program Schedule Manager will be deployed in UK, reporting to the PMO Leader Deputy, for a minimum of 2 years, up to 5 years and will serve as the Avio Aero representative in the Propulsion System Integrated Schedule Working Group.

Essential Responsibilities

• Represent Avio Aero in the Propulsion System Programme Schedule Working Group
• When necessary, communicate with Customer working-level interfaces on consortium matters, upon agreement with partners
• Ensure that information is reliably shared back within the represented group
• Support specific meetings with final end user, as needed
• Communicate with other Propulsion System working groups on consortium matters, upon agreement with working group partners
• Ensure that information is reliably shared within the represented group
• Report to Avio Aero management on Propulsion System Integrated Schedule Working Group progress and elevate issues to support timely resolution
• Provide timely Avio Aero inputs to the Propulsion System Integrated Working Group in strict coordination with relevant Avio Aero internal stakeholders
• Take responsibility, as an Avio Aero member, for Propulsion System Integrated Working Group outcomes and deliverables
• Support preparation of Executive Leadership Forum discussions by developing relevant materials
• Support preparation of key milestones and reports for the Integrated Schedule Working Group
• Support the Avio Aero programme Weekly Operating Rhythm (WOR) and Monthly Operating Rhythm (MOR)
• Own Avio Aero Gantt project scheduling in coordination with Avio Aero programme managers and all relevant stakeholders
• Support activities of other working groups relevant to the PMO Leader Deputy, in coordination with Avio Aero working group representatives

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
• Previous solid experience in project management
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Project or equivalent planning tools
• Good knowledge of the aerospace industry and understanding of the defense environment
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to highlight critical issues at the appropriate level and with a sense of urgency
• Solid risk management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in and influence a cross-functional team in a matrix organization
• Ability to document, plan, and execute established projects, with strong management skills
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels of internal and external customer organizations, including top management
• Availability to relocate to the UK
• Availability to travel as needed to support the business
• Italian citizenship
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Eligibility to obtain security clearance from the Italian National Security Authority (security concerns that may lead to ineligibility are listed in Art. 37, DPCM 6 November 2015, n.5)

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience in New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Ability to respond quickly to and manage change
• Knowledge of company processes and organization
• Commitment, autonomy, and self-drive

Why Join Us

At Avio Aero, people power our progress. That’s why we invest in an environment where you can develop professionally, feel valued personally, and enjoy a healthy balance between work and life.

As part of the CCNL Metalmeccanico framework, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Performance-related bonuses and local bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits platform with company contributions
• Employee pension plan with company contribution
• Life and accident insurance
• Private complementary medical coverage
• Sponsored canteen or meal vouchers where no canteen is available
• Global wellbeing program to support your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellbeing including Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition awards to celebrate service and achievements
• Local special agreements, discounts and special offers
• English and languages training for you and one member of your family
• Ongoing technical, leadership, and development training to help you build your career

Contract Level: CCNL metalmeccanico – level A1

Salary range for this role: 56.625,00 - 75.500,00 + Performance-related bonus + PDR up to 6000 euro

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