Project Manager

JetMS Completions is an Aircraft Interiors company based at BigginHill Kent. Its main objective is to supply Design, Certification, Manufacture and Installation of commercial and VVIP aircraft interiors to the aviation industry.
Overview:
This role involves the planning and co-ordination of work to be performed by our busy workshops. The planning involves detailed routings, creating BOM’s and purchase requests working from engineering drawings, CMM’s or approved data. Tracking progress and control of customer interfaces where necessary. Working and controlling budgets set and liaison with sub-contracted service providers.
The role is also required to provide weekly reports to management on progress of active projects and to provide progress against our On-time In Full (OTIF) expectations.
Initial project planning is a key element to this role and the necessity to identify the resources required to successfully deliver a project.
Works closely with the Operations Manager and Shop Floor Managers. Maybe required to deputize for the Operations Manager on occasion.
Key Responsibilities:
Understanding Engineering Drawings
BOM creation
Stock control and advance purchasing requirements
Using CMM and equivalent aircraft data
Creation of project plans
Liaison and expediting sub-contractors and suppliers.
Computer literate with experience of MRP systems (Factory Master – Preferred)
Preparation of management reports
Support to the Engineering Manager.
Co-ordination with Production, Purchasing, Design, Stores and Quality.
Compliance with company procedures.
Project financial and man-hour budget control and reporting.
Customer liaison
Creating, approving and tracking of CCO (Contract Change Orders)
Knowledge & Qualifications:
A good academic standard of education & previous experience gained in similar or related environment.
Must have GCSE or equivalent in English, Math and one related Science.
Ideally will have further education to A Level or equivalent.
Formal Project Management training an advantage.
Experience in aircraft component repair & component manufacturing workshops
Experience in management and quality control / quality assurance activities of aircraft maintenance and repair organizations
Working knowledge of International and National Civil Aviation legislation, EASA, FAA, CAA, part 145, EASA 21 Sub Part G & J
Ability to priorities and handle pressure
A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and other Microsoft Office packages, SharePoint experience advantageous.
Ideally from an interior component manufacturing background.
Understanding of manufacturing details and routings
General Aviation Engineering knowledge
Project management at a practical level
Confident in both verbal and written communication, with a professional telephone manner.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Strong attention to detail is essential.
Capable of communicating at a management level to provide progress reports.