We are seeking a Project Manager preferably with strong aerospace or automotive experience to lead and coordinate production transfers between international sites and drive post transfer Product Industrialization through to full-rate production. This is a high-impact role central to our global growth and operational excellence strategy. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, production, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure seamless transitions, robust planning, and successful industrial launches that meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.
Key Responsibilities:Project Actions: Lead projects. Mentors Project Coordinators
Product Actions: Accountable for project results, Drive the industrialization
Project Artifacts: Accountable for project artifacts (scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, etc.)
Project Governance: Lead project meetings, reviews and stakeholder updates
Project Life Cycle: Accountable for project gates and deliverables
Lead end-to-end planning and execution of production transfers across international entities
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Coordinate with global teams to ensure process readiness, tooling, work instructions, capacity planning, and regulatory compliance
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; develop contingency plans as needed to ensure smooth transition and ramp-up
Ensure all quality, regulatory, and certification requirements (FAA, EASA, AS9100, etc.) are met
Report project progress to senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting risks, delays, and countermeasures
Apply appropriate project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
Use project management tools and techniques such as Planisware, Jira, WBS, Gantt charts, and Earned Value Management (EVM)
Proven experience leading successful international production transfers and/or new product launches in a regulated industry
Strong communication and leadership skills
Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
5+ years of project management experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing, operations, or NPI (New Products Industrialization)
Experience working with cross‑functional teams and/or in matrix environments
Fluent Polish & English skills
PMP or Agile Project Management certification preferred
Strong knowledge of aerospace or automotive production standards and processes will be a plus
Salary ranges from 13,000 to 21,000 PLN monthly/gross, depending on seniority and proficiency
Career development opportunities in an international environment
Educational and professional development support
Comprehensive benefits package including private medical care, life & accident insurance
Multisport card
Meal vouchers
Company performance‑based bonus program
PPK contribution – company contribution up to 4% of compensation, depending on seniority
Skills Required
- Proven experience leading international production transfers or new product launches in regulated industries
- 5+ years project management experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing, operations, or NPI
- Proficiency with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) and tools (Planisware, Jira, WBS, Gantt, EVM)
- Experience coordinating cross-functional and matrix teams (engineering, production, supply chain, quality)
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Fluent Polish and English
- Knowledge of aerospace/automotive regulatory and certification requirements (FAA, EASA, AS9100)
- PMP or Agile Project Management certification
- Strong knowledge of aerospace or automotive production standards and processes
Woodward, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation/PTO, and paid maternity/paternity leave are included. The ability to purchase additional vacation in some cases broadens time-off flexibility.
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What We Do
Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer and service provider of energy control and optimization solutions for aerospace and industrial markets. For 150 years, Woodward has focused its resources and expertise on delivering proven systems that perform under incredible demands. Our customers have come to rely on us to help them address and solve the challenges associated with global efficiency initiatives – from reducing emissions, to increasing energy efficiency, to helping them introduce alternative energy sources.
Why Work With Us
A career at Woodward offers professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in our industry, help develop innovative technology and products, and contribute to our company’s goal of always innovating for a better future. People join Woodward for a job and end up building a career for a lifetime.
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