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Manager, Engineering Data & Training

Waco, Texas

Job ID 20498
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Job Title: Manager, Engineering Data & Training

Job ID: 20498

Job Location: Waco, TX

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The Manager of the Engineering Data and Training Department is made up of Technical Publications including two (2) Managers and approximately nineteen (19) technical writers, Configuration Management/Data Management including one (1) Manager and approximatley eight (8) CM/DM personnel, Engineering Data Services made up of three (3) personnel, and Technical Training for a total of approximatley thirty (30) personnel.  The Manager of Engineering Data and Training provides strategic guidance for the department, ensures accomplishment of objectives, and mentors/leads the team to overall success. The Manager of Engineering Data and Training reports to the Engineering Director.

Department functions include:

  • Lead a multi-disciplined team comprising:
  • Technical Writing and Technical Training
  • Configuration Management, Data management, and Engineering Data Services.
  • Manage team staffing
  • Recruit diverse and effective team members.
  • Manage and oversee supply and demand planning
  • Manage department procedures and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct root cause and corrective actions as needed when process failures or adverse outcomes arise.
  • Prepare, review, and approve bids and proposals for potential new contracts.
  • Manage manpower cost and schedule for labor as control account manager (CAM).
  • Partner with program IPTs to ensure success of programs with Engineering Data content.
  • Support team career development.
  • Manage team and individual performance.

Strategic Leadership:

  • Develop and implement strategies and roadmaps for Engineering Data and Training projects.
  • Align engineering data and Training objectives with business goals and ensure effective communication of strategies across the business areas.
  • Actively participate in strategic and business aspects of the MMG Engineering Division.
  • Provide top-level support for proposal generation, Earned Value Management, estimates-to-complete, high-level customer interface, strategic planning, product and technology roadmaps.

Technical Oversight:

  • Provide technical leadership and oversight for all Engineering Data and Training projects, ensuring adherence to best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Review and approve engineering data and Training proposals and solutions to ensure technical feasibility and compliance.

Program Technical Leadership:

  • Lead and manage engineering data and Training projects from conception through execution, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meeting all technical requirements.
  • Coordinate with program managers and other stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables for Engineering Data and Training.

Team Management:

  • Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous improvement and technical excellence through use of metrics

Customer Engagement:

  • Address customer requirements, provide technical solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving.
  • Effectively communicate with internal & external customers and manage expectations.

Compliance and Risk Management:

  • Ensure all engineering data activities comply with relevant aviation regulations, industry standards, and internal policies and procedures.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with Engineering Data and Training projects and processes.

Innovation and Improvement:

  • Continuously assess and improve engineering data and Training processes and methodologies.

Budget and Resource Management:

  • Develop and manage budgets for Engineering Data and Training projects, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and cost control.
  • Monitor project expenditures and adjust plans as necessary to stay within budget.

Essential Functions:

  • This role may require occasional travel to client sites or other company locations.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Must be a US Citizen in order to obtain a DoD Security Clearance

Qualifications:

  • Education and years of experience 
  • Active Clearance if required

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Proficient in Atlassian Jira.
  • Expert with Product Lifecycle Management tools (i.e. Teamcenter)
  • Expert in EVMS

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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