[Remote] Technical Program Management Engineer
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Celestica is a leader in design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions across various industries including Aerospace and Defense. They are seeking a Technical Program Management Engineer to manage complex projects, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with business objectives while overseeing program governance and budget management.ResponsibilitiesManage two or more projects of medium to high complexity in A&D market segment (technology, organizationally). Lead cross-functional, global core team(s), kick off programs, establish schedules and drive meetingsPresent and communicate status to the business leaders and customers. Reviews and interprets customer documentationImplement change as directed in the product lifecycle process and recommends process improvementsPlan the overall program and monitor the progress. Drive the creation, review, approval and update of the Program Plan/WBS including resourcesDaily program management throughout the program life. You will be the go-to person for everything involving a project’s organization and timelineDrive the program core team to meet or exceed program objectives (Cost, Quality, Schedule, Features, Fulfillment/Continuity of Supply, Solution delivery across products & service offerings, Customer Specific Needs)Define the program governance (controls)Manage the program’s budget. Forecast actuals against plan/quote for income/revenue, cost/labour & expenseManage risks and issues, taking corrective measurementsProvide leadership and technical recommendations to help move projects forward (incl. Escalation and reporting to Management team) — particularly in times of impasse, ambiguity, or conflictCoordinate the projects and their interdependencies. Manage and utilize resources across projectsEngage, collaborate and coordinate with customers and other Celestica teams across different geographiesAlign the deliverables (outputs) to the program’s “outcome” with the aid of the business change managerManage & maintain the main program documentation, such as the Program Initiation documentSkillsMinimum of 5 years experience leading product development or manufacturing projectsBachelor / Master Degree EngineeringProject Management specific tools, software & methodologies (incl: Project plan creation, establish and distribute project roles, and communicate effectively what is needed in order to make the project successful. Risk management, Change management, Negotiation, Business case generation...)Strong interpersonal skills (leadership and communication)Effective written and verbal communication at all organizational levels and have the ability to rapidly establish a broad networkPossess a positive, can-do attitude and a collaborative natureSpecific knowledge in the A&D market and technologies preferredPMP Certified as an advantageCandidates with experience in a technical or highly regulated industry (e.g.,A&D, Healthtech or Manufacturing) will be given preferenceCompany OverviewCelestica is a manufacturing firm that provides design, hardware platform, and supply chain solutions to a multitude of industries. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.celestica.com/.