AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries.
AIT a Plano based manufacturing firm specializing in aerospace factory automation, including the design, fabrication, installation and maintenance of aircraft assembly automation systems, has an immediate need for Associate Project Manager to join our team. The associate project manager is responsible for communicating project information to stakeholders while monitoring and controlling project scope schedule and budget throughout the life cycle of the project.
Roles and Responsibilities:• Assist in developing detailed plans for fabrication, installation and validation of production tooling systems.• Project schedule creation and continued maintenance• Responds to inquiries from project stakeholders across a global organization• Develop, monitor, and report project budgets• Approve and disposition non-conforming products from fabrication, electrical programming, and mechanical design activities• Coordinate purchasing of components with internal manufacturing, external suppliers and vendors including buy analysis• Responsible for approval and change of production processes
Position requirements: • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent experience• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in manufacturing / engineering related field• Strong interpersonal skills, analysis, research, and problem solving• Self-starter able to work independently and meet aggressive deadlines• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects at the same time• Strong knowledge of Microsoft products, including Word, Excel PowerPoint, and Project• Ability to obtain a US security clearance for ITAR project requirements
Additional Preferred Skills:• 3D graphics software experience such as SolidWorks, Catia and NX• Experience in an aerospace or tooling manufacturing environment
Experience & General Characteristics:• Understanding of mechanical design principles• Understanding of aircraft structures, materials and processes• Understanding of fabrication processes common to the manufacture of tooling, including welding, stress relief, forming, machining
Physical Demands:
Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly focused, self-motivated, team player who enjoys working independently. We offer a highly competitive compensation package and excellent growth opportunity.
AIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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• Pay Type Salary
• Travel Required Yes
• Travel % 40
• Required Education Bachelor's Degree