Program Manager - NuSpace

Applied Aerospace & Defense; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Long Beach is seeking a Program Manager to oversee multiple development and production programs within a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, and management to ensure schedules align with the customer’s statement of work and lead timing plans for new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of related experience in program management or equivalent.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Project and MS Office ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Track, report, and manage overall program schedules and the customer statement of work.
• Communicate schedule progress to customers with clear, organized updates.
• Lead multiple programs and drive critical path items to completion by advocating for the customer across internal departments.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations and management to plan timing of new product introductions.
• Identify blockers and propose actionable solutions to keep schedules on track.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Cross-department collaboration

Shift flexibility

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office / Google Workspace

Job description

About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

It is an exciting time at NuSpace as we continue to grow as part of the PCX family. We are a key supplier to the space industry, providing engineered solutions for satellites, launch vehicles, spacecraft and other applications. Our customers include established giants and up-and-coming companies. Together, we are expanding the boundaries of the field.

We are looking for people who want to help build and deliver high-quality products in this fast-paced market. We are a growing company with a solid history and an expanding pipeline of business. We want people who can jump in, get things done, and grow with us.

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

• Responsible for tracking, reporting, and managing the overall program schedule as well as activities in the customer's statement of work.
• Effectively communicates program schedule/developments to the customer utilizing strong communication and organization skills.
• Manages multiple programs and successfully drives critical path items to completion by advocating for the customer across internal departments.
• Works with internal teams to ensure schedule clarity and alignment
• Communicates actions needed to support the schedules. Identifies blockers and suggests solutions.
• Work with engineering, operations and management to plan timing of new product introductions.

Compensation Range

This position falls into a pay range with a minimum of 120-160K. Bonus potential TBD.

Position Requirements

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.
• Available to support multiple shifts and work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in mechanical engineering from four-year college or university and 5+ years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Proficient with MS Office or Google Workspace applications.
• U.S. Person, as defined by ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Degree in engineering or related fields, and experience with technical products.
• 5+ years of practical experience in manufacturing, especially in a high-mix environment.
• Skilled with spreadsheets, project management software.
• Knowledge of aerospace industry.

Shift -not applicable-

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Long Beach

Category Program Management

Req Number PRO-26-00008

Position Program Manager - NuSpace