Senior Aerospace Program Manager - Lead Multi-Program Execution

Eastridge Workforce Solutions; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave & disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Identity protection and legal plans

Job summary

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is seeking a Program Manager in Akron, OH to lead a portfolio of programs from start to finish. You will own contract performance, cost, schedule, and risk, serving as the main voice of the customer and guiding cross-functional teams through lifecycle phases.

The role requires 8+ years of related experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and PMP certification or intent to obtain it within six months.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience, including leading multiple projects and teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business or related field.
• PMP certification or ability to earn within ~6 months of starting.
• Deep knowledge of program management processes and aerospace contracting requirements.
• Understanding of financial and labor cost systems and reading complex contract language.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs of moderate scope and complexity through lifecycle to meet cost, schedule, quality and customer commitments.
• Build the program charter, baseline plan, integrated schedule and budget, with risk analyses.
• Track financial, schedule and quality performance and lead corrective actions.
• Serve as the customer’s main point of contact for status, requests and changes.
• Organize cross-functional, matrixed teams and communicate priorities and requirements.
• Manage direct staff, including plans, budgets, training, development and performance feedback.
• Present at program reviews and ensure action items are followed up.
• Advise management on strategy and mentor others in program management.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Sciences/Business

PMP certification

Tools

PM software

Financial tools

Job description

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is seeking a Program Manager in Akron, OH to lead a portfolio of programs from start to finish. You will own contract performance, cost, schedule, and risk, serving as the main voice of the customer and guiding cross-functional teams through lifecycle phases.

The role requires 8+ years of related experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and PMP certification or intent to obtain it within six months.