Aerospace Program Manager — Lead Complex Programs

Parker Aerospace; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan participation

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Parker Aerospace is seeking a Program Manager to oversee contract performance across divisional programs, guiding schedules, costs, resources, and risk throughout the lifecycle. You will advocate for the customer and ensure commitments are met while managing a moderately complex program or set of programs.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in engineering/sciences/business with eight+ years of experience, including leadership of multiple projects in aerospace and strong cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business or related field; PMP certification required.
• Eight or more years of related work experience; two+ years leading multiple projects; aerospace experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of program management processes, methodology, and architecture.
• Ability to lead cross-functional matrixed teams and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer requirements are met and manage the program charter, baseline plan, and other PM components.
• Maintain integrated program schedules, data integration, and track financial and quality performance; drive corrective actions.
• Lead development of program plans for mature and new product development programs.
• Organize and lead programs by defining required expertise; manage plans, budgets, staffing, and development.
• Oversee task planning, resource requirements, and communicate priorities to functional areas.
• Serve as primary customer contact for program activities and negotiate contract changes.
• Present at major program reviews and document actions.
• Mentor teams on program management principles and share knowledge.
• Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and associations.

Skills

PMP certification

Aerospace experience

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Sciences/Business

PMP certification

Tools

PM software

MS Office

ERP/financial tools

Job description

Parker Aerospace is seeking a Program Manager to oversee contract performance across divisional programs, guiding schedules, costs, resources, and risk throughout the lifecycle. You will advocate for the customer and ensure commitments are met while managing a moderately complex program or set of programs.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in engineering/sciences/business with eight+ years of experience, including leadership of multiple projects in aerospace and strong cross-functional