Aerospace Program Manager — Cross-Functional Delivery

Ontic; California; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick

Company 401K plan with up to 4% match

Annual bonus program

Flexible working arrangements

Paid volunteering opportunities

Access to mental health champions

Commitment to development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Ontic in Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Program Manager to lead product-line execution, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and financial performance. You will coordinate across engineering, supply chain, quality, and operations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in business, supply chain, or engineering with 3+ years of PM experience in aerospace; strong communication is essential. PMP or MBA are a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of program/project management experience in engineering, manufacturing, or aerospace environments
• Proven ability to manage tight schedules, prioritize competing demands, and consistently deliver on-time results
• Experience cross-functionally and holding teams accountable to commitments and deadlines
• Strong supply chain and sourcing background with expediting parts and resolving shortages
• Familiarity with government contracts, compliance requirements, and quality standards (e.g., FAR/DFAR)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to drive alignment
• Customer-focused mindset with understanding of revenue, margin, and delivery performance
• Demonstrated problem-solving mindset and ability to operate in ambiguity
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• PMP certification is a plus
• MBA is a plus

Responsibilities

• Own and manage assigned product lines, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and financial performance (P&L)
• Drive execution across 10-15 cross-functional stakeholders, including engineering, supply chain, quality, and operations
• Actively manage and enforce schedules, identifying risks early and driving mitigation plans to closure
• Lead daily/weekly execution rhythms (escalation calls, recovery plans, status updates) to maintain momentum
• Partner closely with supply chain to expedite material, resolve shortages, and ensure continuity of supply
• Coordinate with engineering teams and provide hands-on guidance to unblock execution
• Interface with customers and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and high satisfaction
• Support and manage activities related to government programs, including compliance with contractual and quality requirements
• Drive financial performance by managing revenue, margin, and cost across the product line
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance delivery and efficiency
• Lead successful project closure and transition to sustaining functions

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Schedule management

Vendor management

Government contracts

Communication

Problem-solving

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial impact awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or engineering

MBA

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Ontic in Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Program Manager to lead product-line execution, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and financial performance. You will coordinate across engineering, supply chain, quality, and operations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s in business, supply chain, or engineering with 3+ years of PM experience in aerospace; strong communication is essential. PMP or MBA are a plus.