Business Team Leader

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

The vision of Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division is to be the global leader in the design, development, manufacture, and service of engine fuel, lubrication, and thermal management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial applications. By leveraging our expertise in analysis, atomization, combustion, fluid metering, and control - coupled with enterprise excellence - we will exceed customer expectations and achieve our business objectives.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Leads a multi-disciplinary, customer-focused business team to accomplish program objectives through coordinated division efforts. Serves as a liaison for customer-to-company interface on program performance. Establishes and implements tactical and operational plans to achieve division objectives. Typically, a mid-management level at a large division with high sales volume and multiple or complex product lines; may serve at a staff level at a medium to small division.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Business unit leadership of a multi-disciplined, cross-functional team.
• Defines projects and specific outcome measures for a cross-functional team identified with a major business program(s).
• Cross-functional responsibility for various specialty disciplines that may or may not include manufacturing areas.
• Acts as the business area advisor to division staff concerning specific detail on program performance and contractual obligations. Provides business team direction in developing priorities across multiple projects.
• Frequent contact with customers and across internal departments concerning program and proposal efforts.
• Has primary responsibility for program status reporting to identify and resolve potential problems and ensure contract and schedule commitments are met.
• May be directly involved in the development of major proposals and contracts and participate in negotiations with impact to sales volume and earnings.
  

Qualifications:

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  Knowledge of business development, manufacturing operations, and program management functions that would typically be obtained through a Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline, and eight or more years of progressive experience within that specialty.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the described role and responsibilities and obtain the desired results. An advanced degree or a professional designation may be preferred.
• Four or more years of team and project leadership requiring advanced planning and organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of and background in controlling development and/or mature programs.
• Thorough understanding of business and financial plans and controls, contractual terms and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results and meeting organizational objectives. Capable of assessing and developing individual team skills and capabilities.
• Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serves as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change.
• Effective presentation and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interface effectively with customers.
  

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job descriptions not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.