Space Systems Program Manager

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

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Long Beach invites a Program Manager to lead multiple development and production programs within a fast-paced, aerospace-focused environment. You will coordinate schedules, manage customer statements of work, and drive critical-path items across engineering, operations, and management.

You will partner with cross-functional teams, ensure clear communication of program status to customers, and balance schedule pressures with product introductions while supporting a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and 5+ years related experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Proficient with MS Office or Google Workspace applications.
• U.S. Person, as defined by ITAR/EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Track, report, and manage overall program schedule and statements of work.
• Communicate program schedule and developments to customers with clarity.
• Drive multiple programs' critical path items across departments.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and management to plan timing of new product introductions.
• Identify blockers and propose practical solutions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align schedules across functions.

Skills

Program management

Scheduling

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer communication

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Long Beach invites a Program Manager to lead multiple development and production programs within a fast-paced, aerospace-focused environment. You will coordinate schedules, manage customer statements of work, and drive critical-path items across engineering, operations, and management.

You will partner with cross-functional teams, ensure clear communication of program status to customers, and balance schedule pressures with product introductions while supporting a