Program Manager

Capilaux Aero; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Capilaux Aero in Miami, FL seeks a senior Program Manager to own and deliver large-scale government and defence aviation contracts. You will lead a cross-functional team, manage P&L, and serve as the primary customer interface with subcontractors to ensure on-time, on-budget performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in government/defence programmes, plus 5+ years in PM with P&L responsibility and deep FAR/DFARS knowledge. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or a related field.
• 10+ years' experience supporting U.S. Government or Defence programmes
• 5+ years' experience in a Program Management role with direct P&L responsibility
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS contracting environments
• Experience working directly with Government or Defence customers
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, supply chain and finance
• LEAN mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of large-scale government and defence aviation contracts with full programme ownership.
• Act as the primary customer interface and manage key subcontractor relationships.
• Drive programme performance through KPI management, reporting and compliance requirements.
• Support future business growth initiatives and operational execution.

Skills

Program management

P&L responsibility

Cross-functional leadership

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Aerospace/Defence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field

Job description

Miami, FL

Are you ready to take ownership of major U.S. Government aviation programmes and drive operational, financial and contractual success?

We're supporting a leading aerospace MRO organisation in the search for a Program Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale government and defence aviation contracts. This is a senior leadership opportunity with full programme ownership, including P&L responsibility, customer engagement, subcontractor management and operational execution.

Lead the successful delivery of complex aviation programmes, ensuring contractual, technical, cost and schedule objectives are achieved. You will act as the primary customer interface, manage key subcontractor relationships, drive programme performance through KPI management, oversee reporting and compliance requirements, and support future business growth initiatives.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or a related field
• 10+ years' experience supporting U.S. Government or Defence programmes
• 5+ years' experience in a Program Management role with direct P&L responsibility
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS contracting environments
• Experience working directly with Government or Defence customers
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, supply chain and finance
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical capability and leadership skills
• LEAN mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence

Travel:

Occasional travel to customer and supplier locations

If you're an experienced aerospace or defence programme leader looking to make a significant impact on critical aviation programmes, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic; however, due to export control regulations and ITAR requirements, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident to be considered for this position.