Adminstrator I, Program Control

Job description

At Thales, we believe technology can make the world a better place. For us this is more than a job, it's our passion. Together with our customers and partners around the globe we are working to build smarter solutions because everywhere it matters we deliver.

Being a global leader in the aerospace, defense, security, space and transportation markets takes a special kind of knowhow. That is why we rely on our people to help us master the most complex environments for our customers. Employing more than 61,000 people in 56 countries we bring people together to ensure safety and security everywhere it matters.

In the U.S. aerospace market we are known as a leading innovator in what we do. We continue to showcase our world-class expertise in on-board electronics, air traffic management, in-flight entertainment and connectivity, airports and critical security systems so that our customers can meet the demands they face.

What does it take to develop a world-class entertainment system 30,000 feet in the air? The Thales In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) product offers an end-to-end solution that supports our customers before, during and after the flight. Thales supplies 40% of the world's IFE systems and is committed to becoming the industry leader. Trusted by over 100 airline companies and used by over 200 million passengers a year, Thales' InFlyt Experience team powers the innovation, vision and brilliance needed to deliver a first-class solution.

We are currently looking for a Program Control Administrator to join the Thales IFEC team in Irvine, California.

The Program Control Administrator assists in the development and execution of project plans involving airline customers & aircraft manufactures. Coordinates, monitors and reports on Bill of Materials (BOM) delivery status; monitors project milestones and assists the Program Manager in coordinating project activities with Management, airline customers, aircraft manufactures and other IFE&C entities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and control all program related documentation, in accordance with established procedures.

2. Receive, assess, and distribute correspondence to appropriate parties, ensuring that all parties' intellectual property rights are protected.

3. Assist in the development and stabilization of the BOM from the Initial Technical Coordination Meeting (ITCM) through the design cycle.

4. Ensure the Demand Database and MAP are updated to reflect the planned shipments for revenue recognition.

5. Ensure BOM Demand is loaded (via POs or IPOs) accurately, and in a timely manner per established lead-times, and coordinate requests through the Program Change Board.

6. Support customer satisfaction & revenue objectives by processing POs and carrying out requirements in compliance with contract and schedule constraints. Ensure PO discrepancies are documented and acted upon in a timely manner.

7. Working with Supply Chain and Operations, ensure that all BOM requirements are driving correctly in M2K on an on-going basis.

8. Coordinate and monitor the release of drawings and technical documentation necessary to meet BOM deliverables. Identify potential schedule risks to the Program Manager.

9. Work with Supply Chain to ensure delivery spreadsheet contains correct customer required Thales commit dates, and all relevant shipping information. Provide customer with various reports, including the delivery spreadsheet according to agreed upon frequency.

10. Support communication between customers, program management, OEMs and/or suppliers for recovery of late deliverables.

11. Work with program management, engineering and/or operations to identify and mitigate risks.

Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; two-to-four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· PMI CapM or PMP certification is a plus.

Your contributions to Thales' cutting-edge products make possible the continued deliverance of excellence and hundreds of millions of satisfied passengers throughout the world. If your skills, experience and attitude match the above and you are looking for exciting challenges, please apply now using the link below and we will be in touch.

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