Manufacturing Equipment Technology Program Manager

Chromalloy; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy seeks a Manufacturing Equipment Technology Program Manager to lead the strategy, standardization, evaluation, and deployment of manufacturing equipment across our multi-site network. You will partner with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Quality, EHS, Digital/IT, and site leadership to develop the enterprise equipment technology roadmap and establish equipment standards.

This role focuses on evaluating emerging technologies and scaling solutions that improve safety, quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, equipment engineering, automation, advanced manufacturing, or technical program management.
• Demonstrated experience delivering complex manufacturing equipment and technology projects from concept through production.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, automation, controls, industrialization, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Strong project management, supplier management, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an enterprise equipment and manufacturing technology roadmap aligned with business and operational priorities.
• Establish and maintain equipment standards, specifications, and preferred technology platforms across manufacturing sites.
• Partner with the Engineering Center of Excellence to identify, evaluate pilot, and scale advanced manufacturing technologies, including automation, robotics, machining, inspection, vision systems, IIoT, and digital manufacturing solutions.
• Provide technical leadership for major equipment investments from initial requirements and solution selection through supplier evaluation, design reviews, FAT/SAT, commissioning, qualification, and production readiness.
• Partner with Procurement to develop strategic equipment suppliers and identify opportunities to leverage enterprise purchasing.
• Drive equipment modernization and lifecycle strategies addressing reliability, obsolescence, capacity, utilization, and maintainability.
• Ensure new equipment aligns with automation, connectivity, MES, data, and OT cybersecurity standards.
• Promote reuse and standardization of proven solutions across sites to reduce technology and supplier proliferation.
• Monitor equipment and technology programs and CAPEX projects, identifying risks and supporting successful execution and operational readiness.
• Validate that technology investments deliver measurable improvements in OEE, productivity, quality, capacity, reliability, and ROI.

Skills

Project management

Supplier management

Problem-solving

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, or related technical discipline

Tools

Automation systems

Industrial controls

IIoT

Job description

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Manufacturing Equipment Technology Program Manager to lead the strategy, standardization, evaluation, and deployment of manufacturing equipment and advanced technologies across our multi-site manufacturing network.

This role partners across Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Quality, EHS, Digital/IT, and site leadership to develop the enterprise equipment technology roadmap, establish equipment standards, evaluate emerging technologies, and scale solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, capacity, reliability, and cost performance.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry.

In this role, you’ll help shape how manufacturing equipment and technology are evaluated, standardized, and deployed across our operations, supporting investments that strengthen manufacturing performance and long‑term equipment capability.

Location

Any Chromalloy US manufacturing site

Travel

50%

Schedule

On-site

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and execute an enterprise equipment and manufacturing technology roadmap aligned with business and operational priorities.
• Establish and maintain equipment standards, specifications, and preferred technology platforms across manufacturing sites.
• Partner with the Engineering Center of Excellence to identify, evaluate pilot, and scale advanced manufacturing technologies, including automation, robotics, machining, inspection, vision systems, IIoT, and digital manufacturing solutions.
• Provide technical leadership for major equipment investments from initial requirements and solution selection through supplier evaluation, design reviews, FAT/SAT, commissioning, qualification, and production readiness.
• Partner with Procurement to develop strategic equipment suppliers and identify opportunities to leverage enterprise purchasing.
• Drive equipment modernization and lifecycle strategies addressing reliability, obsolescence, capacity, utilization, and maintainability.
• Ensure new equipment aligns with automation, connectivity, MES, data, and OT cybersecurity standards.
• Promote reuse and standardization of proven solutions across sites to reduce technology and supplier proliferation.
• Monitor equipment and technology programs and CAPEX projects, identifying risks and supporting successful execution and operational readiness.
• Validate that technology investments deliver measurable improvements in OEE, productivity, quality, capacity, reliability, and ROI.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, equipment engineering, automation, advanced manufacturing, or technical program management.
• Demonstrated experience delivering complex manufacturing equipment and technology projects from concept through production.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, automation, controls, industrialization, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Strong project management, supplier management, problem-solving, and cross‑functional leadership skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a multi‑site manufacturing environment.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, MRO, energy, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or a related certification.

Leadership Expectations and Values

• Model the Way – Leads with integrity and accountability, holding themselves to the same standards expected of others and consistently following through on commitments.
• Inspire a Shared Vision – Connects team efforts to a clear, meaningful purpose while balancing strategic priorities with disciplined day‑to‑day execution.
• Challenge the Process – Brings curiosity and a drive for continuous improvement, questioning assumptions and championing innovation even in complex environments.
• Enable Others to Act – Builds strong, inclusive partnerships that share ownership, develop others, and value diverse perspectives.
• Encourage the Heart – Recognizes contributions genuinely and celebrates shared values to build a culture of appreciation, respect, and accountability.