Aerospace Project Manager — Lead Custom, High-Precision Programs

LHH; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages available

Comprehensive benefits & insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with company match

Job summary

LHH is seeking an Aerospace Project Manager for a direct hire position with an aerospace manufacturing client in Indianapolis, IN. You will lead cross-functional teams on lightweight, high-precision projects and interface with customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 3 years in aerospace/defense project management, cradle-to-grave ownership, and strong communication. Relocation packages are available and U.S. citizenship is required due to government contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering required.
• 3+ years of project management experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing.
• Experience managing cradle-to-grave manufacturing projects.
• Customer-facing roles with strong technical communication.
• Experience with low-volume, high-precision aerospace components.
• Familiarity with GD&T principles.
• Experience using ERP and scheduling tools such as Excel and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead quoting, kickoff, and execution of custom manufacturing projects from start to finish.
• Develop work instructions and initiate job routing documentation for production.
• Procure materials and ensure timely availability for manufacturing operations.
• Manage 10–15 concurrent low-volume, high-precision projects at a time.
• Interface directly with customers to provide weekly updates and technical support.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to communicate project requirements and constraints.
• Oversee testing processes for rotational components in dedicated test environments.
• Monitor project timelines and adjust schedules using ERP and project management tools.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and defense-related manufacturing protocols.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and project workflows.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for all project phases.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet delivery and quality expectations.
• Resolve technical challenges and provide creative solutions for first-time builds.
• Track and report project metrics to internal stakeholders.
• Participate in customer meetings to review specifications and clarify deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Customer-facing communication

GD&T understanding

MS Excel

MS Project

ERP system experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Aerospace/Industrial)

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

LHH is seeking an Aerospace Project Manager for a direct hire position with an aerospace manufacturing client in Indianapolis, IN. You will lead cross-functional teams on lightweight, high-precision projects and interface with customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 3 years in aerospace/defense project management, cradle-to-grave ownership, and strong communication. Relocation packages are available and U.S. citizenship is required due to government contracts.