Project Manager III

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $112,000 (minimum) - $140,000 (midpoint) - $168,000 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a seasoned Project Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

This position is Functional Project Manager in the areas of Sourcing, Operations, Sales or Quality. The Project Manager is accountable for planning, directing, and execution of local and/or global projects. The Project Manager is responsible for directing the project team to achieve project deliverables including contractual and business objectives while ensuring customer satisfaction and QDRC.

What you will be doing...

• Coordinate and manage multiple complex projects, subprojects, and cross-location efforts, ensuring seamless execution.

• Present project status to customers and executives, maintaining clear communication of progress, challenges, and outcomes.

• Mentor and consult with lower-level project managers to foster expertise and professional development.

• Drive strategic planning and profit alignment, ensuring projects align with organizational goals and priorities.

• Oversee scope management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and responsiveness.

• Evaluate, implement, and maintain project management tools while facilitating cross-department collaboration to achieve project success.

• Ensure compliance with sourcing processes, supplier development, and inventory transition while minimizing total investment.

• Lead and support Quality initiatives, including Six Sigma projects, CAC/CAB coordination, and global team mentoring.

• Oversee large customer projects from inception to warranty completion, ensuring performance, transitions, and contractual alignment.

• Collaborate across functions (Sourcing, Sales, Engineering) to manage processes, support new business development, and align strategies.

What we are looking for...

• Bachelor's degree in arts/sciences (BA/BS), preferably in Engineering, and 2-5 years of project management experience.

• 5+ years of experience in a specific functional area (Quality, Sourcing, Manufacturing).

• Expert knowledge of project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Work Breakdown Structure).

• Strong knowledge in applicable manufacturing environments, Lean Manufacturing principles, and manufacturing transition processes.

• Expert knowledge of strategic sourcing principles, supplier relationship management, and commercial management.

• Solid understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRPII) processes and financial analysis tools.

• Commitment to Quality Management Systems, compliance standards, and continuous improvement (Six Sigma, BTO Lean).

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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