associate program manager

Sechan Electronics, Inc.; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sechan Electronics, Inc. seeks an Assistant Program Manager to support execution of customer programs in a regulated manufacturing environment.

You will coordinate programs, manage data, and assist with PMO reporting to ensure disciplined execution and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include cost/schedule/risk management, maintaining dashboards, and cross-functional coordination across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Contracts, and Business Development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Operations, or related field.
• 1-4 years' experience in program coordination, PMO support, operations, finance or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Support cost, schedule, scope, and risk management for assigned programs
• Maintain schedules, action logs, risk registers, and recovery plans
• Support program kickoffs, gate reviews, PMRs, tier meetings, and customer reviews
• Identify and upscale risks and issues with data-based recommendations
• Support change management activities, including ROMs and RAF/REA documentation
• Prepare and maintain program financial scorecards (revenue, margin, EAC/ETC, variances)
• Consolidate On-Time Delivery (OTD) and other program performance metrics
• Maintain standardized customer scorecards and reporting packages
• Support PMO dashboards and leadership reporting cycles
• Provide ERP/MRP administrative support, including program setup and data validation
• Maintain PMO templates, tools, and documentation
• Track PMO-level action items and support recurring cadence meetings
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Contracts, and Business Development
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and customer flow-downs
• Maintain audit-ready documentation in accordance with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, CUI/CMMC, and security requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of this organization.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Operations, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

ERP/MRP Systems

Job description

The Assistant Program Manager supports the execution of customer programs within a complex, highly regulated, and customer-driven manufacturing environment. This role combines program coordination and execution support with PMO reporting, systems, and data management responsibilities. This individual works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate program data, disciplined execution, and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Support cost, schedule, scope, and risk management for assigned programs
• Maintain schedules, action logs, risk registers, and recovery plans
• Support program kickoffs, gate reviews, PMRs, tier meetings, and customer reviews
• Identify and upscale risks and issues with data-based recommendations
• Support change management activities, including ROMs and RAF/REA documentation
• Prepare and maintain program financial scorecards (revenue, margin, EAC/ETC, variances)
• Consolidate On-Time Delivery (OTD) and other program performance metrics
• Maintain standardized customer scorecards and reporting packages
• Support PMO dashboards and leadership reporting cycles
• Provide ERP/MRP administrative support, including program setup and data validation
• Maintain PMO templates, tools, and documentation
• Track PMO-level action items and support recurring cadence meetings
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Contracts, and Business Development
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and customer flow-downs
• Maintain audit-ready documentation in accordance with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, CUI/CMMC, and security requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of this organization.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong Organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables) and PowerPoint
• Experience working with ERP/MRP Systems
• High Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance, as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Operations, or related field.
• 1-4 years' experience in program coordination, PMO support, operations, finance or manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

• Office Environment: Requires physical capability to work in an office environment including sit/stand up to 9 hours a day and use basic office tools such as a computer, copier/printer, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Hours: 7:00 AM - 5 PM Monday - Thursday; Friday 7:00 AM - 4 PM with additional hours as needed to meet demand. Occasional off-shift hours may also be required to provide support to operations.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Occasional travel may be required. Valid Passport or Real ID required.
• Office located in Lititz, PA; with occasional visits to Lancaster Facility. Valid Drivers License required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled