IPT Director

êton Aerospace a U.S.-based global technology leader ( NYSE: ETN) is seeking an IPT ( Integrated Product Teams) Director for Eaton’s fuel tank nitrogen inerting systems and subsystems ( formerly Cobham Mission Systems) products utilized in commercial and military aircraft . These fuel tank inerting systems (FTIS), air separation modules (ASM) prevent the build-up of explosive conditions in fuel tanks by generating nitrogen enriched air to help lower the amount of oxygen in aircraft fuel tanks. This Independent contribitor Leadership role ( indirect reports with no direct report adminsitration ) will be responsible for all mfg and attributes related to product line including Labor capacity, OTD, Contract obligations, Profit/Loss Margins, Design and MFG engineering. This non-remote position will be based in Davenport, Iowa with daily on-site madatory attendance. This position will be based in Davenport, Iowa. Primary Functions include: Driving the product portfolio through all phases of the Lifecycle including: identifying new opportunities in line with market needs; developing the business case for new products/opportunities; phase appropriate pricing; program execution; product field support; next generation technology offerings (or sun setting); etc Contributing to the product line’s internal business strategy, including market analysis, product and technology roadmaps, and other market assessment tasks Alignment of technology investments with product needs for current and future product developments through close coordination with: BD & Sales; key customers; and Engineering Driving all aspects of program and proposal performance through direct management of the Program Management team for the assigned product line Coordination with functional organizations to support resource requirements for programs, proposals and investments Being responsive to key customers Responsible for successful capture and execution of product line programs Maximizing profit and cash conversion by achieving or exceeding key business measures, including: budgeted gross margin for the assigned product line, inventory turns, program execution measures, etc Product sales, market share - measured by orders & revenue Recognized product / service leadership in market segment - measured by customer satisfaction ratings and operational KPI’s Measurement and achievement of New Product Introduction (NPI) business cases. Championing change and thought leadership. Extensive coordination with functional management Works with Functional Leaders, Business Development, Operations, etc. to develop shared goals that support this role’s accountabilities Qualifications Basic Qualifications : Bachelor’s Degree or Associate Degree with 10 years of Manufacturing Experience of which minimum 4 years in an Operations Management capacity. This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by export laws of the US. In order to be eligible you must be either a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. No relocation is being offered for this role. All candidates considered must reside within 50 miles of Davenport Iowa. Active -Duty Military Service Members are exempt from this geographical limitation. Preferred Qualifications: Operated within and achieved business targets in an environment aligned to relevant products and markets Candidates with previous work experience supporting products for US Dept of Defense or Contractors highly preferred. Demonstrated ability to establish and continuously manage pricing to maximize benefits. Demonstrated experience in specialized market segments and product areas Proven ability to build and maintain relevant internal and external relationships, with strong customer rapport and proven customer trust Experience in the proactive development, and successful execution, of relevant strategies addressing evolving customer needs and market dynamics Experience creating executable value propositions Experience in successfully driving program performance against business and customer goals Ability to travel ~15-20% Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. 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Job: Marketing Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: AER MSD Mission System Division Job Level: Director Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time