Program Manager

Venteon; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical / Dental / Vision 401(k)

Job summary

Venteon is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead aerospace manufacturing programs near Cincinnati, OH. You will partner with operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure on-time delivery, budget control, and customer satisfaction across multiple programs.

The role requires strong communication, risk management, and a proven track record in cross-functional leadership, with familiarity in MRP/ERP systems and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering, business, operations management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of Program Management experience within aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience managing customer programs for aerospace OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and MRP/ERP systems (PLEX preferred).
• Experience with production teams to resolve manufacturing and operational issues.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality systems.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned aerospace customer programs from award through production and delivery.
• Manage overall program performance including schedule, cost, quality, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery.
• Lead customer communications, program reviews, milestone meetings, and issue resolution.
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, risk registers, and action plans.
• Monitor program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Work with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve throughput and delivery.
• Support production scheduling and capacity planning to meet customer commitments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing processes, MRP utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Improve planning accuracy, system utilization, and workflow effectiveness through process enhancements.
• Develop standardized work instructions and documentation to improve program execution.
• Proactively identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer requirements, ITAR, and contractual obligations.
• Support new product launches and transition activities as required.
• Collaborate across departments to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Program management

Aerospace manufacturing

Cross-functional leadership

MRP/ERP systems

AS9100 knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

APQP/PPAP

Communication

Customer relationship management

PMP certification

ITAR knowledge

Composite manufacturing

Problem solving

Scheduling

Education

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

Tools

PLEX ERP

Job description

Program Manager Minimum 5 Years of experience in a Program Management role within Aerospace Manufacturing

Venteon is currently seeking an experienced Program Manager to fill an opening with a leading aerospace manufacturer located near Cincinnati, OH. The ideal candidate will have a strong background managing aerospace manufacturing programs, working cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams while driving customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements of the Program Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of Program Management experience within the aerospace manufacturing industry
• Experience managing customer programs for aerospace OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and MRP/ERP systems (PLEX preferred)
• Experience working directly with production teams to resolve manufacturing and operational issues
• Knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality management systems
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP methodologies preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solv. skills
• Ability to manage program schedules, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation activities
• Excellent communication and customer relationship management skills
• Experience presenting program status and leading customer reviews
• Ability to influence cross-functionally teams without direct authority
• Experience supporting MRP/ERP implementation or process improvements preferred
• PMP certification is a plus
• Experience with composite manufacturing, ITAR, and international aerospace customers is preferred

Benefits of the Program Manager

• Competitive salary
• Advancement potential
• Full-time
• Paid time off
• Medical / Dental / Vision 401(k)

Responsibilities of the Program Manager

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned aerospace customer programs from award through production and delivery
• Manage overall program performance including schedule, cost, quality, customer satisfaction, and on‑time delivery
• Lead customer communications, program reviews, milestone meetings, and issue resolution
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, risk registers, and action plans
• Monitor program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
• Work closely with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve manufacturing challenges
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve throughput and delivery performance
• Support production scheduling and capacity planning to meet customer commitments
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing processes, MRP/ERP utilization, and operational efficiency
• Improve planning accuracy, system utilization, and workflow effectiveness through process enhancements
• Develop standardized work instructions and documentation to improve program execution
• Proactively identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer requirements, ITAR regulations, and contractual obligations
• Support new product launches and transition activities as required
• Collaborate across departments to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement