Aerospace Project Manager – Cross-Functional Leader

Breeze Eastern; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Company-sponsored life insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

Breeze-Eastern is seeking a Project Manager for the Cargo Business Unit to lead complex development and production projects from concept through completion. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage customer relationships, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in an engineering-driven environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, at least 3 years of PM experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Project. PMP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of Project Management experience in an engineering environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project or equivalent.
• Experience developing, managing, and tracking project schedules.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and communicate comprehensive project plans with schedules, WBS, and risk registers.
• Coordinate activities across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and others.
• Monitor progress, milestones, deliverables, and KPIs.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and schedule impacts.
• Prepare and present project status to leadership and customers.
• Facilitate internal and customer meetings with clear agendas and follow-up.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact for program matters.
• Manage customer expectations and resolve issues before impact.
• Track program financials; EVM experience is a plus.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely material delivery and issue resolution.
• Support transition of development programs into production.
• Drive solutions to scope changes and delays while aligning with business goals.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional coordination

Risk management

Vendor coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Breeze-Eastern is seeking a Project Manager for the Cargo Business Unit to lead complex development and production projects from concept through completion. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage customer relationships, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in an engineering-driven environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, at least 3 years of PM experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Project. PMP is a plus.