Aerospace Engineering Program Lead | Flexible Work

Ontic

California, Northern (MO, KY)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance
401K with up to 4% match
Annual bonus program

Job summary

Ontic is a leading aerospace OEM seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects from initiation through production, ensuring compliance with aerospace quality, regulatory, cost, and schedule requirements. The role oversees NPI, transfers, obsolescence management, qualification testing, and production support.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering with 7+ years in aerospace/regulated manufacturing, excels at risk management, and can drive

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
  • 7+ years of engineering or technical project management in aerospace/regulated industries.
  • Experience leading cross-functional engineering development projects.
  • Knowledge of aerospace product development lifecycle.
  • Experience with engineering change management (ECO/ECN) and configuration management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional engineering projects from initiation through production implementation.
  • Coordinate engineering activities and ensure compliance with AS9100 FAA/military requirements.
  • Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
  • Present progress and project health to leadership and customers.
  • Drive continuous improvements in project execution and processes.

Skills

Project leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Technical decision-making
Risk management
Schedule development
Budget management
Executive-level presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Master's degree in Engineering or Engineering Management

Tools

Microsoft Project
Excel
PowerPoint
ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Ontic is a leading aerospace OEM seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects from initiation through production, ensuring compliance with aerospace quality, regulatory, cost, and schedule requirements. The role oversees NPI, transfers, obsolescence management, qualification testing, and production support.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering with 7+ years in aerospace/regulated manufacturing, excels at risk management, and can drive

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