*Program Manager II, Industrials

Albers Aerospace; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Albers Aerospace is seeking a Program Manager located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The successful candidate will lead and oversee complex programs from contract award to delivery, ensuring that performance, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are met. This role involves close coordination with engineering, operations, finance, and customers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 3+ years of program management experience, preferably within defense or manufacturing. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably within defense, manufacturing, or government contracts.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing customer sets, markets, and technology.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive accountability.
• Must be a U.S citizen.

Responsibilities

• Lead program management for defense and manufacturing customers, ensuring execution of contractual deliverables.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact, building strong relationships.
• Translate customer requirements into plans and coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Monitor and manage program scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Negotiation

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Program Management, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

About this position

Our core competencies include systems engineering, program management, logistics, production support, aircraft maintenance, and aviation/aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting the best talent in our fields of interest enabling us to provide cutting‑edge solutions and support to our warfighters. We understand and provide expert consultation on weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs. We know defense and we know aircraft systems.

The Program Manager will lead and oversee complex programs from contract award through delivery, ensuring performance, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are met. This role requires close coordination with engineering, operations, finance, contracts, quality, and external customers to deliver mission‑critical products.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead end-to-end program management for defense and manufacturing customers, ensuring successful execution of contractual deliverables on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact, building and maintaining strong relationships while representing the company professionally.
• Review and interpret customer Statements of Work (SOWs), performance requirements, cost estimates, and delivery schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Translate customer requirements into actionable plans and coordinate cross‑functional teams—including operations, engineering, quality, and logistics—to achieve program objectives.
• Monitor and manage program scope, schedule, and budget; identify risks or roadblocks and implement mitigation strategies, including contingency planning.
• Manage change orders, modifications, and contract updates by securing internal approvals and ensuring customer alignment.
• Generate and deliver required program documentation, communications, and performance reports; provide regular updates to leadership and customers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable acquisition regulations, standards, and government directives (e.g., DFARS, FAR, DoD frameworks).
• Partner with site leaders and HR to align staffing and skill sets with customer requirements and program objectives.
• Facilitate and lead internal and external meetings, reviews, and calls to ensure clear communication and stakeholder alignment.
• Support proposal development, customer presentations, and other business development activities.
• Contribute to internal improvement initiatives, strategic planning efforts, and special projects.
• Create and customize presentations, reports, and supporting program materials as needed.
• Attend industry events, customer visits, and internal meetings to represent the team and build market awareness.
• Stay current on market trends, industry developments, and customer challenges to inform program and customer engagement strategies.

Note: The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Program Management, or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably within defense, manufacturing, or government contracts.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing customer sets, markets, and technology.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive accountability.
• Strong negotiation, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with ERP systems a plus.
• Must be a U.S citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Reasonable Accommodations

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.