Sr Digital Transformation Mgr

 

 

Summary

Senior Digital Transformation Manager drives the initiative to unify and optimize project management for aircraft prototyping by integrating all critical functions at enterprise level - estimating, quoting, program management, design, engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, installation, quality and certification - into a single, streamlined and integrated operational business system. This role is pivotal in supporting strategic programs and alignment with business objectives, partnering on process improvement and business transformation, for delivering projects on time, on budget, and at the highest quality with minimal non-value-added work.

 

This business and operational position requires a solid understanding of standard software processes to ensure alignment with ERP (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Financial and Operations), Project management tools (ADEACA PBA and Microsoft Project), Part 145 Installation (ProMRO) and Engineering software suite (Autodesk PLM/Vault/CAD/CAM, etc.). The goal is to leverage these tools effectively without unnecessary custom modifications, using standard configurations already anticipated in each software package.

 

Leads a matrix team with clear and open lines of communication across all departments, including up to the Senior Management team. Ensure that all projects operate within a single resource planning and scheduling system, reducing fragmentation through the integrated application of digital technologies and enabling real-time collaboration and execution efficiency with real-time data and optimized processes.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

• Implements a unified digital strategy that integrates all project functions into a single, real-time, connected and integrated workflow.
• Supports process improvement initiatives that eliminate siloed operations and ensure seamless, optimized and integrated collaboration across departments.
• Ensures adequate adoption of standard processes within our business applications (ERP, PBA, PLM, Manufacturing systems, etc.) by avoiding unnecessary custom modifications and optimizing tools utilization.
• Reinforces resource planning and scheduling to improve project predictability and efficiency, through effective integrated business systems.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define business requirements and ensure all departments follow standardized project execution methods.
• Facilitates project performance and enforces governance frameworks to support Program Management in maintaining budget, timeline, and quality compliance.
• Collaborates with appropriate departments to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, support tools development for real-time detection, and champion solutions execution that enhance project success rates.
• Leads the execution of change management initiatives to facilitate the successful adoption of digital workflows, promoting innovation, efficiency, and accountability.
• Manages the adoption of digital information systems, optimizing data accessibility and integration for enhanced stakeholder visibility.
• Collaborates with leadership, team members of all functions, and external vendors to ensure the successful rollout of digital technologies and tools, optimizing, integrating and automating processes.
• Maintains regular attendance including being at work, being on time to work and working full shifts.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

Job Critical Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Process Optimization – Ability to see the big picture, anticipate challenges, and streamline cross-functional operations.
• Business & Operations Integration – Strong knowledge of aerospace manufacturing, prototype development, and quality control processes.
• ERP, PBA, PLM Systems Expertise – Understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365, ADEACA PBA, ProMRO, and Autodesk tools to drive process standardization.
• Project Management Excellence – Proven experience in leading enterprise-wide process improvements with an emphasis on on-time, on-budget, high-quality project execution.
• Change Management & Team Leadership