Executive - Program management

Cyient DLM; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to global customers

Strategic program leadership opportunities

Job summary

Cyient DLM is seeking an experienced Aerospace Program Manager in Bengaluru, India. The role encompasses leading aerospace programs from initiation to delivery, ensuring project execution, customer satisfaction, and business growth.

Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's in Aerospace or related engineering fields, with extensive experience in aerospace program management and customer relationship management. The position offers opportunities for leadership and growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in aerospace program management and customer program management.
• Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing and program execution.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage aerospace programs throughout the complete project lifecycle.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and quality.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers.

Skills

Aerospace Program Management

Customer Relationship Management

Leadership

Communication

Project Execution

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management

Job description

A Design Led Manufacturing Partner to meet complex product requirements.

For over 30 years, Cyient DLM has been a trusted electronics and mechanical manufacturing partner and systems supplier to some of the largest players across multiple industries. As an integrated manufacturing partner that provides Design Led Manufacturing (DLM) solutions to customers, we take ownership of design, manufacturing, testing, and certification support to ensure that customers' products meet robust standards in reliability, safety, and performance. We have expertise in safety-critical electronics in highly regulated industries. Our engineers have significant design and manufacturing expertise that helps our customers build complex products and achieve faster time-to-market.

Job Description

Job Description – Executive - Program Management(Aerospace)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and customer-focused Aerospace Program Manager to lead and manage aerospace programs from project initiation through successful delivery. The role requires strong expertise in aerospace program management, cross-functional coordination, customer relationship management, and end-to-end order execution.

The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership, communication, and business management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring customer satisfaction, on-time delivery, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Aerospace Program Management

• Lead and manage aerospace programs throughout the complete project lifecycle:
  • Project initiation
  • Planning
  • Execution
  • Monitoring
  • Closure
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, quality, and business expectations.
• Monitor project schedules, milestones, risks, and deliverables.
• Drive project governance and ensure alignment with customer and organizational objectives.

New Project Management

• Manage new project introduction activities and coordinate project kick-off processes.
• Develop project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and execution strategies.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth transition from RFQ/NPI to production.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans.

End-to-End Order Management

• Manage complete order lifecycle to ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Coordinate with planning, procurement, production, quality, and logistics teams for execution of customer orders.
• Track order status, production schedules, and shipment commitments.
• Resolve operational challenges impacting delivery performance.

Customer Relationship Management & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers.
• Act as the primary interface between customers and internal teams.
• Understand customer requirements and proactively address concerns and expectations.
• Support business development activities by identifying opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Drive customer satisfaction through responsive communication and execution excellence.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate closely with:
  • Engineering
  • Operations
  • Quality
  • Supply Chain
  • Production
  • Finance teams
• Ensure seamless communication and coordination across departments for successful project execution.
• Conduct regular project review meetings and status updates with stakeholders.

Communication & Reporting

• Prepare and deliver project presentations, reports, and business updates to customers and management.
• Communicate project status, risks, action plans, and strategies effectively.
• Maintain project documentation, trackers, and management reports.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Business Management
  • Related disciplines

Experience

• Extensive experience in:
  • Aerospace Program Management
  • Manufacturing/EMS/Aerospace industry
  • Customer program management
  • Project execution and delivery management

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong understanding of:
  • Aerospace manufacturing and program execution
  • New Product Introduction (NPI)
  • Order management and production planning
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
• Experience handling cross-functional project execution in complex manufacturing environments.

Soft Skills

• Excellent leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Strong customer-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or Program Management certification is an added advantage.
• Experience in Aerospace, Defense, EMS, or high-reliability manufacturing environments preferred.
• Exposure to ERP/Project Management tools preferred.

Benefits / Role Exposure

• Opportunity to lead strategic aerospace programs and customer projects.
• Exposure to end-to-end aerospace manufacturing and business operations.
• Interaction with global customers and cross-functional leadership teams.
• Career growth opportunities in Program Management, Business Operations, and Customer Management.