Program Manager

Applied Aerospace & Defense; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace and Defense in Santa Ana, CA seeks a Program Manager to own the full product lifecycle from contract award to final delivery. You will lead cross-functional teams and coordinate proposals and business plans to expand the product line.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace and defense program management, P&L ownership, and proficiency with Microsoft Project; U.S. Person status under ITAR/EAR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace/defense or related field with 5+ years of aerospace and defense program management experience.
• 3+ years' experience managing aerospace and defense programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with program P&L ownership.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Ensure programs are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Manage Integrated Program Team (IPT) including engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain.
• Tracking, reporting, and managing overall program performance.
• Coordinate with operations, master scheduler, and production planners for high-volume production programs.
• Brief internal and external stakeholders on program performance, critical actions, and risks.
• Drive critical path items to completion by advocating for the customer across internal departments.
• Lead planning and execution of new product introductions.

Skills

Program management

P&L ownership

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace/engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

It is an exciting time at Applied Aerospace and Defense. We are looking for a high-energy Program Manager to join our growing team. The program manager owns the execution of the full-product lifecycle from contract award through final delivery. They are responsible for managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs as well as leading contract negotiations and coordinating the preparation of proposals and business plans. The program manager serves as the primary point of contact for program activities with customers and is involved in expanding the product line. Additionally, they work closely with the business development team to enhance the organization's business portfolio and lead monthly program reviews.

The Program Manager is responsible for multiple programs, in both development and production phases. This critical role is part of the management team in a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure programs are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Manage Integrated Program Team (IPT) consisting of engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain.
• Tracking, reporting, and managing the overall program performance.
• Work closely with operations, master scheduler, and production planners in the development and execution of high-volume production programs.
• Brief both internal and external stakeholders on program performance, critical actions, and risks.
• Manages multiple programs and successfully drives critical path items to completion by advocating for the customer across internal departments.
• Communicates actions needed to support the schedules. Identifies blockers and drive solutions.
• Lead engineering and operations in the planning and execution of new product introductions.

Compensation Range:

This position falls into a pay range of $140,000 to $170,000 based on experience and education.

Characteristics:

• Hands-on and eager to make plans become reality.
• Able to work with all departments of the company to ensure program daily tasks are completed.
• Highly functional in a dynamic, challenging environment.
• Collaborative and curious in nature, with good interpersonal and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university and 5+ years related experience in aerospace and defense program management.
• 3+ years' experience managing aerospace and defense programs in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with program P&L ownership
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• U.S. Person, as defined by ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Degree in engineering or related fields, and experience with technical products.
• Experience in a high-mix manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge and experience with military aircraft components and structures.
• Skilled with Excel and project management software.