• The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all phases of project execution to ensure successful delivery on time, within scope, and within budget. • This role manages project scope, cost, schedule, vendor relationships, and contractual deliverables while providing regular updates to senior leadership. • An engineering background in Aerospace with a Mechanical or Aerospace degree is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery • Oversee scope, budget, timelines, and resource allocation • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure alignment with project goals • Monitor project performance and prepare status reports for senior leadership • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and quality standards
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required • 10+ years of experience in project or product management roles • Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools • PMP certification preferred • Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) is desirable • Ability to contribute to moderately complex project components • Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams Questions
• Complex Aerospace Project Experience “Can you walk us through a complex aerospace project you managed from initiation to delivery? What were the key challenges, and how did you overcome them?” Why it works: Assesses hands-on experience, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage technical complexity.
• Earned Value Management Application “How have you applied Earned Value Management (EVM) in your previous projects? Can you share an example where EVM helped you make a critical project decision?” Why it works: Evaluates understanding and practical application of EVM for managing budgets and schedules.
• Cross-Functional Alignment “Describe a time when you had to align cross-functional teams and external vendors to meet a tight deadline. What strategies did you use to ensure collaboration and timely delivery?” Why it works: Probes leadership, communication, and coordination skills. |