Aerospace Program Manager: Lead Cross-Functional Programs

Harvard Resource Solutions LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time

Paid time off

Medical / Dental / Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Venteon is seeking an experienced Program Manager for a leading aerospace manufacturer near Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on managing aerospace programs across operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in aerospace PM, strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and MRP/ERP systems, AS9100, and excellence in communication. PMP and composite/ITAR experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of Program Management experience within the aerospace manufacturing industry.
• Experience managing customer programs for aerospace OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and MRP/ERP systems (PLEX preferred).
• Experience working directly with production teams to resolve manufacturing and operational issues.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality management systems.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP methodologies preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage program schedules, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation activities.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship management skills.
• Experience presenting program status and leading customer reviews.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Experience supporting MRP/ERP implementation or process improvements preferred.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Experience with composite manufacturing, ITAR, and international aerospace customers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned aerospace customer programs from award through production and delivery.
• Manage overall program performance including schedule, cost, quality, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery.
• Lead customer communications, program reviews, milestone meetings, and issue resolution.
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, risk registers, and action plans.
• Monitor program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Work closely with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve throughput and delivery performance.
• Support production scheduling and capacity planning to meet customer commitments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing processes, MRP/ERP utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Improve planning accuracy, system utilization, and workflow effectiveness through process enhancements.
• Develop standardized work instructions and documentation to improve program execution.
• Proactively identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer requirements, ITAR regulations, and contractual obligations.
• Support new product launches and transition activities as required.
• Collaborate across departments to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

APQP/PPAP

Risk management

Communication

Schedule & cost control

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Operations

Tools

MRP/ERP systems (PLEX)

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

Venteon is seeking an experienced Program Manager for a leading aerospace manufacturer near Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on managing aerospace programs across operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in aerospace PM, strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and MRP/ERP systems, AS9100, and excellence in communication. PMP and composite/ITAR experience are a plus.