Program Coordinator - Aerospace & Defense Projects

Socket.dev; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ADDMAN Polymer is seeking a Junior Program Manager to support the execution of programs for customers in Commercial Space/Aerospace & Defense, medical, and high-end industrial markets. You will work under the guidance of senior program management, coordinating activities from contract award through delivery to help ensure performance on cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• 0–3 years of experience in project coordination, program management, or manufacturing environment.
• Internship or co-op experience in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Program Managers in day-to-day execution of assigned programs.
• Assist in coordinating program schedules, deliverables, and internal resources.
• Help maintain strong communication with customers, including status updates and follow-ups.
• Track program performance metrics such as on-time delivery, quality, and cost.
• Support contract administration activities, including scope tracking and change management.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Assist in identifying risks and support mitigation planning.
• Prepare internal reports, dashboards, and customer-facing updates.
• Participate in program reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation within ERP/MRP and program management systems.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication

Multitasking

PM concepts

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

ERP/MRP exposure

Aerospace/defense interest

Education

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

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Project management tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

ADDMAN Polymer is seeking a Junior Program Manager to support the execution of programs for customers in Commercial Space/Aerospace & Defense, medical, and high-end industrial markets. You will work under the guidance of senior program management, coordinating activities from contract award through delivery to help ensure performance on cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams in a fast-paced