POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Sr. Manager Manufacturing Engineering, the Business Development Manager is responsible for the successful implementation of manufacturing strategic projects and customer development to expand and diversify Piper’s manufacturing product capabilities and lines of business. This individual will manage the activities from initial planning to project implementation and coordinate with key stakeholders to ensure that appropriate priorities, resources, timeframes and commitments are supported throughout project lifecycles. Formulate requirements, project strategies, manpower requirements, and success criteria for assigned projects.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Eager to expand the company with new business opportunities
• Able to analyze data and statistics and translate results into better solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets
• Experienced at preparing and presenting quarterly goals and forecasts for future projects
• Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge
• Advanced computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Must be familiar with the following manufacturing processes:

• Machining
• Welding
• Laser cutting sheet metal
• Hydro forming
• Stretch forming
• Break press
• Structural Metal Bonding
• Fiberglass
• Prepreg fiberglass
• Part Sub Assembly
• Major Structural Assembly

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Education:

• BS in Mechanical, Aerospace or Manufacturing Engineering

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred

• Work requires extensive periods of sitting, standing, and walking

• Travel and overtime are required when necessary

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors.Frequently exposed to an office environment; and occasionally exposed to manufacturing environment and elements such as odors, noise, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity,or some element present which makes conditions less desirable than usually found in an office. Frequent contact with various staff, vendors, sales representatives, employees and community members.

• Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate job specific equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out and below.

• Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.

The employee must possess strong interpersonal and communications skills, be able to effectively present information, respond to questions from managers and the general public, be able to write reports, as well as business correspondence.

The employee in this job must be knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Company’s need to achieve its business objective. Employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Piper Aircraft Health Plan Overview:

Core Health Benefits:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

Piper Provided Benefits (Basic):

• Basic Life

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment

• Short-Term Disability (STD)

• Long-Term Disability (LTD)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Benefits:

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCA)

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability (LTD Buy- Up)

Trustmark Voluntary Plans:

• Accident Plan

• Critical Illness

• Universal Life (Whole Life Policy)

• Hospital StayPay

• Preferred Legal Plan

Piper Aircraft Time Off:

11 Holidays