Ceramics Program Manager – Defense Technology Lead

Videoray; The Prairies at Wright Field (OH); On-site; USD 107,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment’s Advanced Research and Development Division seeks a technical project manager to guide programs in ceramics, composites, and advanced manufacturing for aerospace and defense. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure technical milestones align with contract requirements.

The role emphasizes strong communication, risk management, and collaboration with customers and leadership to deliver impact, cost control, and program success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in materials science or related field.
• At least 1 year of project management experience in defense or government work.
• Familiarity with ceramics, composites, additive manufacturing, or extreme materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to meet program goals.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and control projects with stakeholders and leadership.
• Manage resources, budgets, costs, time, quality, risks and performance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in material science/related field

Doctoral degree in material science/related field

Job description

AeroVironment’s Advanced Research and Development Division seeks a technical project manager to guide programs in ceramics, composites, and advanced manufacturing for aerospace and defense. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure technical milestones align with contract requirements.

The role emphasizes strong communication, risk management, and collaboration with customers and leadership to deliver impact, cost control, and program success.