Senior Principal Engineer Specialist

SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (ITC), Performance Review Institute (PRI) and SAE International (SAE), deliver shared solutions to industry's common challenges.

Join us and create a higher standard for a better world.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Applies specialized job specific technical/ engineering expertise in project management and product development. Supports industry through demonstrated ability to influence task groups to achieve industry desired outcomes

• Performs project engineering management for working groups, and/or user forums as assigned, including:
  • Develop proposals for statement of work for new and revised standards & technical reports
  • Coordinate and direct projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities
  • Develop industry guidance, standards and technical reports, coordinating responses to industry comments and coordinating with related industry groups and representing the subcommittees and working groups in meetings and forums

• Perform and manage technical oversight report generation/assessment with strict confidentiality and compliance with procedural and regulatory requirements; conduct technical oversight as required; review/update reports; follow up and close non-conformances; ensure effective closure of reports for timely issuance of certificates; provide technical summary reports to the assigned task group; provide required alerts

• Manages the work programs of assigned subcommittees and working groups, including technical planning, meeting logistics, facilitation, and meeting report preparation. Function as the focal point for committee activities by writing and issuing agendas and minutes, resolving problems, communicating information, answering inquiries, etc. Negotiates contracts as required. Plans and conducts technical meetings, prepares materials, and facilitates technical sessions and seminars. Prepares technical meeting reports and presentation of results for industry coordination.

• Develop industry standards & technical reports in new technical areas by exploring opportunities in expanding and emerging technologies.

• Recruit qualified technical volunteers

• Plans and contributes to the technical sessions at Industry Conferences & Technical Meetings.

• Plan or manage symposium sessions/ panels or report on multiple related programs as required. Plan or manage exhibits/ booths as required.

• Support the program marketing plan. Support and help to coordinate the development of marketing materials.

• As required, execute more complex tasks, such as preparing and presenting program status reviews for executive leadership and oversight/steering committees.

• Responsible for new initiatives of moderate complexity, as assigned. Identify gaps/problems and develop process improvements for assigned programs. Participates in user-experience research to identify obstacles, improve ease-of-use, customer satisfaction and inform future product and service development, as applicable. Leverage the expertise of applicable functional roles within larger SAE group and existing best practices.

• Support the program strategic plan. Ensure appropriate parties are connected and aligned with deadlines, goals, and milestones. Explore opportunities in expanding and emerging technologies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Three years of experience managing volunteer committees including the recruitment, retention, and management of volunteers, or similar experience.
• Knowledge of the commercial Aviation Industry
• Project management experience
• In-depth Technical/engineering expertise with experience in the areas of responsibility for position.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills along with excellent analytical, writing and editing and presentation skills
• Ability to organize effectively, carry out independent action, work on simultaneous assignments, and perform functions of a confidential manner
• Strong project management skills and proficient with planning software and tools
• Global and cultural sensitivities
• Attention to detail
• Strong team development, collaboration and problem solving skills
• Understanding of trade association operations
• Strong leadership skills developing and achieving organizational long- and short-range business plans and goals
• Ability to work with high-level executives, industry (commercial, government, military, academic) leaders

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong computer skills including MS Office and typical office application software; Knowledge of software and database systems

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment with hybrid flexibility. Requires extended periods of computer use, sitting, and concentration, with occasional light lifting of up to 15 pounds. Position may involve limited domestic and international travel (up to 10-15%) for meetings and conferences, as well as flexibility to participate in calls across multiple time zones. Standard business hours apply, with occasional extended hours to meet deadlines and support industry events.

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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

SAE IndustryTechnologies Consortia (SAE ITC)enables organizations to define and pilot best practices. SAE ITC industry stakeholders are able to work together to effectively solve common problems, achieve mutual benefit for industry, and create business value.

The Performance Review Institute (PRI)is the world leader in facilitating collaborative supply chain oversight programs, quality management systems approvals, and professional development in industries where safety and quality are shared values.

SAE International (SAEI)is a global organization serving the mobility sector, predominantly in the aerospace, automotive and commercial-vehicle industries, fostering innovation, and enabling engineering professionals. Since 1905, SAE has harnessed the collective wisdom of engineers around the world to create industry-enabling standards. Likewise, SAE members have advanced their knowledge and understanding of mobility engineering through our information resources, professional development, and networking.

Fullsight is a shared services group working across three affiliate organizations, SAE ITC, SAE International, and Performance Review Institute (PRI), uniformly delivering HR, IT, Legal, Customer Success, Finance, and Procurement services, which enables us to distribute resources across all parts of our businesses.

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