Program Manager (Aerospace)

Parker Hannifin; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 111,450 - 195,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) company match

Retirement plan with 3% annual contrib

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave and disability programs

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in California seeks a Program Manager (Aerospace) to lead and be accountable for contract performance across programs from initiation to completion.

The role requires 5–7 years in aerospace manufacturing, a PMP certification, and strong ability to manage schedules, budgets, risks, and cross‑functional teams while maintaining excellent customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, business or related field; MS/MBA preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• PMP certification required; PMI‑PMP preferred.
• Prior program or significant project management experience.
• Knowledge of program management processes and architecture.
• Ability to lead multiple projects and cross‑functional teams.
• Understanding of aerospace contracting, procurement and production.
• Ability to analyze complex policies and financial reports.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages a program or combination of programs of broad scope and complexity, typically for large or diverse sets of customers.
• Responsible for integrated program schedules, data, tracking of financial and quality performance, and corrective actions.
• Maintains strong customer relationships; primary contact for program activities and contract changes.
• Leads major program reviews as presenter and facilitator; ensures actions are documented.
• Mentors program management and leadership teams; provides guidance to management.
• Collaborates with marketing and sales to pursue opportunities from existing programs.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication skills

Cross-functional teams

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, business

MS/MBA preferred

Job description

Program Manager (Aerospace)

Job Description: The Program Manager (Aerospace) will manage and be accountable for the contract performance for programs or a set of related projects to achieve programmatic business objectives throughout the program lifecycle. The role serves as the customer support and ensures effective program management processes, schedule, cost, resources, risk, program change management, and commitments to customers are met.

Responsibilities

• Manages a program or combination of programs of broad scope and complexity, typically for large or diverse sets of customers.
• Responsible for integrated program schedules, data integration, tracking of financial and quality performance, and implementation of corrective actions for all areas of program responsibility.
• Ensures successful customer relationships by responding to all customer requests, serving as the primary point of contact for assigned program activities, status and problem resolution, and negotiating contract changes related to scope management.
• Serves as key presenter and facilitator at major program reviews, ensuring meeting actions are documented and communicated.
• Acts as a consultant to management on specific programs or overall program management, establishing goals and objectives required to complete programs, and providing mentoring to program management and leadership teams.
• Works closely with internal marketing and external sales teams to pursue new opportunities emerging from existing programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, business, or a related field; advanced degree (MS/MBA) preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing industry.
• PMP certification required, typically within 6 months of assignment; additional certifications (e.g., PMI‑PMP) preferred.
• Prior program or significant project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform essential functions of the job, typically acquired through five to seven years of related experience.
• Expert knowledge and proficiency with program management processes, methodology, and architecture.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate business skills and lead multiple projects, professional staff, and cross‑functional matrixed teams.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and the marketplace associated with fielded products or services.
• In‑depth knowledge of aerospace commercial or military contracting and procurement requirements, as well as financial, labor cost systems, and production processes.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex policies, contractual language, and financial reports.
• Ability to respond to and negotiate with customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills to various levels of management, customers, and suppliers.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $111,450 to $195,150 annually.
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program.
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, and life insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match of the first 5% of pay.
• Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with 3% annual contribution.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short‑ and long‑term disability programs, and adoption assistance.
• Paid time off and company‑paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required for certain positions in compliance with U.S. import & export regulations.