Program Manager

frontieraerospaceaccount

Thousand Oaks (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 128,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Vacation days and Sick days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Frontier Aerospace Corporation in Thousand Oaks is seeking a highly organized Program Manager to lead programs ensuring execution to meet customer objectives. This full-time position requires a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, with at least 5 years in project engineering in aerospace or defense.

The successful candidate will manage program budgets, timelines, and risks, and will communicate effectively with stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary range and several benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in project engineering within aerospace or defense.
Strong understanding of aerospace design, manufacturing, and testing processes.
Proven track record in managing engineering projects from conception to completion.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage program schedules and budgets.
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Serve as the primary contact for customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

About Frontier Aerospace Corporation:

Frontier Aerospace Corporation conceptualizes, designs, proves, and additively manufactures in-space and launch system rocket propulsion thrusters. From concept ideation to product development to qualification testing to customer delivery, we have a proven philosophy and the in‑house resources necessary to design, build, test, and deliver reliable, high‑performance liquid propellant thrusters for our nation's critical in‑space, commercial, civilian, and defense applications. Whether they are used for attitude control, orbit transfer, lunar and exo‑moon landing, deep‑space missions, or high‑thrust divert systems, Frontier's thrusters meet the most demanding requirements.

Our customers are hungry for a propulsion supplier who can reliably meet their requirements and who is responsive to their needs. Frontier's mission is to do just that, by advancing breakthrough propulsion technologies and providing industry‑leading customer responsiveness. Ultimately, it's our fantastic team of dedicated professionals and hard‑working tradespeople who make this a reality. As a small, but rapidly growing company, there are many opportunities for our team members to grow and take on new and exciting responsibilities – to be more than just another worker. Come make a difference and share in our success!

Program Manager

Come join our growing team where you will get to make a difference daily by continuing to help build our reputation for quality, responsiveness, and the ability to handle complex products. We have an exciting opportunity for a highly organized, goal‑oriented Program Manager to support the management of programs and activities for our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the leadership of programs and subprojects, ensuring they are executed to meet customer objectives within required timelines and on budget.

Responsibilities:

Develop and manage program schedule activities to ensure timeline objectives are achievable
Develop and manage program budgets to ensure resources are used effectively
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impacts on program success
Adhere to all customer (internal and external) reporting requirements
Work with product assurance and systems engineering teams to ensure quality processes meet or exceed program requirements
Coordinate efforts across company functional areas such as engineering, procurement, and manufacturing to ensure cohesive execution of programmatic goals
Assist with negotiating and finalizing prospective and active contracts
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring all reporting requirements, specifications, and approved Statements of Work are met
Monitor expenses, address variances, and develop financial strategies to support program goals
Develop an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement
Meet with stakeholders and communicate project issues and decisions
Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle
Analyze program risks and opportunities
Implement and manage change to ensure project goals are achieved
Responsible for cost, schedule, and performance of a project or program

Relevant Experience and Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in project engineering within the aerospace or defense industry
Excellent listening and facilitation skills to both understand and expedite where necessary
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, to make presentations to small and large groups; internal and external stakeholders
Knowledge of and ability to analyze terms, conditions, and other contractual requirements of the assigned program
Strong understanding of aerospace design, manufacturing, and testing processes
Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Experienced in financial management and reporting on Profit and Loss
Experience with Earned Value and variance reporting preferred
Proven track record in managing engineering projects from conception to completion
Advanced proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project) and MS Office Suite
Familiarity with industry standards such as AS9100 and FAA/EASA regulations
PMP Certification preferred

Employment Criteria:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment Statement:

The responsibilities described on this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee. The scope of the job may also change as necessitated by business demands.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Frontier Aerospace participates in the E‑Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E‑Verify program at www.e‑verify.gov.

Pay:

Annual Salary $90,000 - $128,000 DOE

Note about pay range: Pay range for this job level is a general guideline for California and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Employment Type and Exempt Status:

Full‑time / Exempt

Employment Location:

Thousand Oaks - In office

Job Schedule:

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Benefits: