Associate Program Manager

Nammo Composite Solutions, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nammo Composite Solutions, LLC is looking for an Associate Program Manager in Salt Lake City, UT. The role involves supporting program execution in composite manufacturing for aerospace and defense.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent manufacturing experience and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, tracking program performance, and maintaining effective communication across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field, or 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
• Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Management Office in program execution and tracking.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure deliverables are met.
• Prepare and deliver presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Nammo Composite Solutions (NCS) is an engineering and composite manufacturing company located in downtown Salt Lake City, UT. NCS has been in the business of designing and manufacturing advanced integrated composite structures primarily supporting the aerospace and defense industries since 1991. NCS is a subsidiary of Nammo Defense Systems.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and emotionally intelligent team member to join and support our Program Management Office as an Associate Program Manager within our SLC facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting Program Managers in the day-to-day planning, execution, and reporting of programs.

Job Summary

The Associate Program Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of assigned programs within a composites manufacturing and aerospace environment, serving the aerospace and defense industries. This role is responsible for coordinating cross‑functional activities, maintaining program alignment to scope, schedule, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements.

The Associate Program Manager operates through influence rather than authority, partnering with internal teams to drive accountability and program performance. This role partners with cross‑functional teams – including engineering, production, quality, supply chain, and finance, ensuring consistent communication amongst all stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the Program Management Office with existing program execution, tracking, and communication
• End-to-end program execution for assigned programs, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, internal objectives, and contractual obligations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, production, supply chain, quality, and finance) to drive milestones and deliverables
• Maintain and communicate program schedules, risks, action items, and status updates
• Track program performance metrics and manage corrective actions as needed
• Prepare and deliver clear, professional presentations for internal stakeholders and, over time, external customers
• Facilitate effective communication between internal teams and represent the voice of customer within the organization
• Build strong working relationships across departments to ensure alignment and accountability
• Prepare and participate in program reviews, including internal executive updates and customer-facing reviews as experience grows
• Support change management processes, including scope, schedule, and cost impacts
• Maintain organized and accurate program documentation using standard PMO tools and processes
• Support proposal efforts
• Some travel in support of company business (less than 10%)
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Operations, or related field, or 6+ years of manufacturing experience, ideally composites specific, in aerospace and defense industry
• Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred (near required), ideally in aerospace, defense, or composites environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured, organized manner
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and perspectives, at all levels of the organization
• Ability to align a cross-functional team on a path forward and manage to completion
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to create and deliver professional presentations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of personal accountability and integrity; consistently follows through on commitments
• Ability to work independently in a complex environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting programs or projects in a manufacturing or production environment
• Familiarity with program management principles, tools, or methodologies
• PMP or CAPM certification (preferred but not required)
• Exposure to ERP/MRP systems or production planning tools
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., defense, aerospace, medical manufacturing)
• Experience with AS9100 and/or ITAR requirements
• Proposal writing experience
• Experience in process improvement, work cell design, and lean six sigma is a plus