FMI | solutions for the most extreme places in the universe
FMI's manufacturing facility has been a leading solutions provider of high temperature materials and composites for more than 50 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA. The focus in Maine is on multidirectional reinforced Carbon/Carbon (C/C) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) that enable high-temperature components such as: thermal protection systems, re-entry vehicle nose tips as well as rocket motor throats and nozzles.
Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and the heat shield for NASA's Mars 2020 mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles.
Your role: FMI is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Program Manager. The Regulatory Compliance Program Manager will be focused on overseeing, facilitating, sustaining, and improving the organization's compliance with the US Government (USG) / Department of War (DoW) regulatory programs and requirements. The Regulatory Compliance Program Manager will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all related activities.
Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all documentation, physical handling, storage, inventory, transportation, shipment, and destruction (as required) of controlled program assets meet strict regulatory guidelines
- Ensure all associated program assets are precisely accounted for to guarantee zero loss or mishandling
- Manage all program processes and procedures, from initiation to closure
- Rapidly familiarize with, execute, and improve upon the organization’s regulatory control requirements
- Maintain strong customer relationships and communications
- Direct others as required for successful management of programs
- Accountable for program results, along with the project sponsor
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure continued alignment with regulatory requirements and on-time, on-budget delivery of supported production programs
- Clearly communicate expectations to the organization, team members and stakeholders
- Act as a mediator between stakeholders, team members and operations
- Resolve issues and problems throughout program sustainment
- Establish and manage a set cadence of program reviews
- Develop tools and best practices for regulatory compliance programs
What we need from you:
- Bachelors in Technical Engineering and/or Business Management
- Must possess and be eligible to obtain and maintain a USG security clearance
- 5+ years of Program Management experience
- 5+ years customer / account management or interface
- 3+ years of experience planning, leading, and managing U.S. federal, state, or local government audits
- NISPOM or DoW experience preferred
- Demonstrable knowledge of and responsibility for compliance with USG / DoW accountability and custodial program
- Relevant experience developing government-compliant materiel handling and site storage procedures
- Relevant experience facilitating / coordinating shipments of USG / DoW material
- Ability to establish and maintain US government compliant documentation tracking and control systems
- Strong relationship building skills
- Strong attention to detail and results-oriented
- Ability to influence and guide teams for successful execution
- Highly motivated self-starter capable of working independently and in a team
- Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of finance and accounting practices, action orientated with timely decision-making capabilities
Preferred:
- Prior experience in facilitating Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), corrective and preventive action (CAPA), or problem-solving methodology investigations and leading cross-functional training sessions
- Prior experience working with the DoW as a prime or subcontractor representative
- Enforcement of physical and information security protocols
- Working knowledge of Defense Transportation Regulation (DTR)
- Planning and or production management experience
- DoD and/or Aerospace program management experience
What you'll get from us:
- 16 ETO days
- 12 paid holidays (including Winter Closure!)
- Medical / Dental / Vision Effective on Day 1
- 401k Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- The anticipated salary range for this position is $100,000-$140,000 dependent on experience
FMI is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law
