KMC Systems

KMC Systems, an Elbit Systems of America company, offers an ecosystem of engineering and innovation to develop the most advanced clinical and operational solutions for leading medical device customers across a diverse range of market segments.. The Project Engineering Manager (PEM) supports the program manager on assigned programs as part of the program’s Core Team. The PEM works with the program manager, other PEMs, technical leads and functional managers to meet the objectives of new product development programs in the medical instrument field.. It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status.. Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of. Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

project engineering manager

Job Description Job Description Company Description KMC Systems, an Elbit Systems of America company, offers an ecosystem of engineering and innovation to develop the most advanced clinical and operational solutions for leading medical device customers across a diverse range of market segments. KMC was established in Merrimack, NH, in 1980, conveying almost half a century of innovation, R&D of next generation devices, and the agility to evolve to meet changing market dynamics. This has kept KMC at the forefront of technological advancements and as the premier choice for leading global medical device and healthcare companies. KMC is a full-suite provider with services in: Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Product Ideation, Product Lifecycle Management, and Sustaining Engineering.
We are looking for extraordinary people to join #OneTeamOneMission to create and deliver innovative solutions that protect and save lives.
Job Description The Project Engineering Manager (PEM) supports the program manager on assigned programs as part of the program’s Core Team. The PEM works with the program manager, other PEMs, technical leads and functional managers to meet the objectives of new product development programs in the medical instrument field. Responsibilities include the planning and tactical execution of the engineering content of assigned projects. The PEM supports the program in creating plans, schedules, and manages execution of the engineering content on projects related to new product development. The PEM’s primary responsibility is to lead the assigned technical team in meeting its objectives for design, schedule, program cost and product cost. The PEM is responsible for performing the management activity in accordance with standard practices and policies.
GENERAL PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and maintain project plans on assigned engineering level projects in new product development
Determine the applicable resources required to complete a specific task in a project plan including internal resources, external resources at either a supplier/contractor or another Elbit company
Establish timelines, budgets/estimates and secure support/buy-in from program, functional and senior management
Lead teams and facilitate the communication and interaction amongst the functional representatives
Develop cross functional teams to assure proper engineering discipline representation on a task
Collaborate with customer counterparts and team members on projects where applicable
Identify and escalate team issues to appropriate management
Use methods such as percent complete or others to determine if a specific task in a project plan is on time
Identify roadblocks and bottlenecks to project execution and determine a course of action to eliminate or avoid them
Develop and implement recovery plans for off schedule and unanticipated events
Communicate with the engineering resources to ensure that specific tasks assigned to them are progressing at the required completion rate
Escalate engineering issues to the appropriate level of management for which the engineering team can not reach consensus.
Maintain action item lists
Conduct project reviews as required; present detailed plan status to senior management as required
Is responsible for representing project execution issues in stakeholder or customer discussions.
Specifically, for the Tetris program this resource will: Develop and maintain the Tetris Program Schedule. Works with the program manager and independently to prepare and update detailed program schedules. Manages multiple program schedules of varying complexity. Develops plans and monitors performance against schedule goals. Assist in the creation of, and maintains program schedules that reflect the appropriate time phased completion of tasks and the application of required resources in order to satisfy company and customer requirements.
Inputs the baseline schedule data into applicable tool, MS Project.
Works as a key member of the Tetris Core Team to assist the Program Manager and Project Engineering Managers in driving accountability toward achieving the cost, schedule, and scope baseline. Provides regular communication to team members and leadership on the variance to the plan, and helps establish corrective actions.
Evaluates status and reports problem areas to the project team. Considers trends and recommends corrective actions. Performs critical path analysis over the duration of the programs.
Assists in the development of program Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), work packages, planning and packages.
Reviews and evaluates current scheduling methodology on a continual basis.
Performs special projects and studies as required. Assists program managers by researching and gathering specific data (resources, schedule duration, activity constraints and relationship of activities) required for coordination and establishment of program plans and schedules used to monitor and assess program, team or functional progress. Identifies deviations from established plans and develops recovery plans and actions. Maintain the instrument costed BOMs and report to internal management and to the customer
Manage development activities as assigned by the program manager Qualifications POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline with 5 years of related experience to be proficient in the above areas or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a working knowledge of engineering processes related to systems, electrical, mechanical or software engineering. Familiarity with Microsoft Project and associated applications is needed. Training on specific KMC Quality Management Systems to be required. Required Skills: Must be a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing
Must have demonstrated ability to negotiate with individuals and functions
Need to be skilled to motivate and facilitate individuals and teams
Need to be a strong problem solver, able to differentiate the important from the urgent and prioritize activities
Working knowledge in a project oriented/engineering environment, preferably in the medical instrument development industry.
Proficiency in MS Project, or similar software, is required.
Demonstrated experience scheduling and variance analysis of multiple large/complex programs, in varied type and phase of program life cycle.
Experience with customer relationships and deliverables.
Effective communication skills.
Experience with software tools such as Word and Excel. Professional Project Management exposure or certification a plus Additional Information It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status.
EEO STATEMENT:
Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individual with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ACCESSIBILITY:
Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruitingfw@elbitsystems -us.com.
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