Program Manager, Advanced Composites Lab

Wichita State University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita State University seeks a Program Manager for ATLAS to oversee lab programs, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with standards. You will manage requirements, production scope, and budget while coordinating with engineering, contracts, finance and external laboratories.

You will lead risk management, provide clear reports, and work with cross-functional teams to advance research initiatives and technology readiness for aerospace materials and testing.

Qualifications

• Experience managing lab programs, scope, and budget.
• Ability to deliver on-time, within requirements and standards.
• Proven risk management and mitigation experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage program requirements, production scope, and budget.
• Coordinate with engineering, contracts, finance, and other labs.
• Provide reports and updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure activities comply with policies and regulations.

Skills

Program management

Budget management

Risk management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

MS Project/Visio

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

MS Project

MS Visio

Job description

Wichita State University seeks a Program Manager for ATLAS to oversee lab programs, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with standards. You will manage requirements, production scope, and budget while coordinating with engineering, contracts, finance and external laboratories.

You will lead risk management, provide clear reports, and work with cross-functional teams to advance research initiatives and technology readiness for aerospace materials and testing.