Digital & IT Team Lead - Aerospace

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with DEEP engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

We have an exciting opening for a Digital & IT Lead! This is a hands‑on leadership role that goes beyond people management, requiring the individual to actively roll up their sleeves and contribute to project execution. You will lead a cross‑functional team while also providing direct technical and functional support for critical business applications like ERP and BI, translating complex manufacturing needs into scalable solutions.

This position is a unique blend of project management, direct in‑the‑weeds project delivery and end‑user support.

• Serve as ERP Subject Matter Expert & Business Translator:
  Act as the primary SME for the ERP system across multiple business functions, translating manufacturing needs into clear technical requirements and solutions.
• Prioritize and Manage the Project Portfolio: act as the central point for project intake, prioritizing demand and balancing resources to align all work with business priorities.
• Lead Hands‑On Project Delivery:
  Manage and execute complex digital/IT projects, providing direct functional and technical support to ensure on‑time, on‑budget outcomes.
• Manage and Mentor a Cross‑Functional Team:
  Lead, develop, and mentor a team of business analysts and technical specialists, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.
• Serve as an Influential Leader:
  Build strong relationships and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization to secure buy‑in and drive alignment.
• Drive Continuous Improvement:
  Proactively identify opportunities to enhance project efficiency, reduce costs using Lean and Kaizen methodologies.

• Bachelor degree (required) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or international equivalent).
• 7+ years of related IT experience, with 2+ years of direct experience managing a team.
• Business Application Expertise:
  Proven experience with enterprise business applications (e.g., ERP, SCM, CRM, BI). Strong preference for candidates with deep ERP expertise.
• Manufacturing Focus:
  Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional IT projects within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Leadership & Communication:
  Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.
• Adaptability:
  Demonstrated learning agility and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

• Data Analysis:
  Proficiency with Power BI and SQL to analyze data and drive business decisions.
• Specific ERP
  
  Experience:
  
  Direct experience with platforms like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Manufacturing Systems Knowledge:
  Hands‑on experience with MES, SCADA, or Industrial IoT (IIoT) platforms.
• Project Management Certification: PMP, CPIM, or similar certification.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Experience or certification in Lean, Kaizen, or similar methodologies.
• Change Management:
  Experience leading change management for new system implementations.
• Vendor Management:
  Experience managing technology vendors or implementation partners.

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and…