Program Manager

Piaggio Aerospace; Savona; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Piaggio Aerospace in Savona, Italy, seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead aerospace programs from award to delivery, ensuring technical, schedule, cost, and quality objectives.

You will act as the primary interface with customers, suppliers, and partners, coordinating cross-functional teams across international contexts while managing risks, performance, and compliance throughout the program lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of aerospace program/project management experience.
• Experience managing complex programs in cross-functional and international environments.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization.
• Fluent Italian and English (written and spoken).
• PMI (PMP) certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs through lifecycle to meet contractual, technical, schedule, cost, and profitability goals.
• Develop and execute Program Management Plans aligned with contracts.
• Be main contact for customers, partners and stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for alignment and execution.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, milestones, risks; drive corrective actions.
• Oversee supplier performance and development activities.
• Lead program reviews, customer reviews, and reporting; support proposals and negotiations.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

International experience

Negotiation

PMP

Education

Engineering or Aerospace degree

Tools

MS Project

PM software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Program Manager to join our Aircraft Programs team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading complex aerospace programs from contract award through final delivery, ensuring the achievement of technical, schedule, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction objectives.

Acting as the primary interface between the company, customers, suppliers, and strategic partners, you will coordinate cross-functional teams, drive program execution, manage risks and opportunities, and ensure compliance with contractual commitments throughout the entire program lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assigned programs throughout their lifecycle, ensuring achievement of contractual, technical, schedule, cost and profitability objectives.
• Develop and execute Program Management Plans in line with contractual commitments and company objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, partners and key stakeholders on all program-related matters.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective execution across all program activities.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, milestones, risks and performance, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives when required.
• Oversee supplier performance and critical development activities to ensure compliance with program requirements and delivery commitments.
• Lead program reviews, customer reviews and reporting activities, while supporting proposals, commercial campaigns and contract negotiations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, Engineering Management, or Contract Management within the aerospace industry or other highly regulated industrial sectors.
• Experience managing complex programs in cross-functional and international environments.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams within a matrix organization and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, communication and decision-making skills.
• Fluent Italian and English, both written and spoken.
• PMI (PMP) or equivalent Program/Project Management certification is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• A challenging role within a dynamic and international aerospace environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to strategic and high-visibility programs.
• Exposure to key customers, partners, and stakeholders.
• A collaborative, innovative, and results-driven workplace culture.

Compensation

• Gross Annual Salary: ranging from €40,000 to 45,000 depending on experience and skills.

Piaggio Aerospace values diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity within the workplace. We are committed to building an environment where individuals from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can contribute and grow professionally. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, gender, disability or religious beliefs.