Strategic Program Manager: Drive Complex Aerospace Projects

Ams-Group,-Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

AMS, based in Torrance, CA, is seeking a hands-on Program Manager to own outcomes, build structure, and drive execution in a fast-moving environment. You will manage quality, schedule, and cost targets across assigned programs, reporting to the Program Director.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, managing supplier and internal schedules, and coordinating with engineering on data packages and transitions to production. On-site in Torrance, CA.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience using project management software such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or a similar tool.
• Outstanding organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery from start to finish
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems – preferably Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
• Strong communication, presentation, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with the ability to drive positive outcomes across manufacturing projects.
• Foundational understanding of finance and project financials, with the ability to make informed decisions that affect program cost, margin, and overall project health.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans with supplier schedules, logistics, quality control, testing, and billing requirements.
• Own program financial performance by forecasting revenue, monitoring margin objectives, tracking material and labor expenditures, managing cash flow impacts, and ensuring alignment between program execution, supplier commitments, customer invoicing, and overall business objectives
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to project personnel; lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project lifecycle.
• Apply a strong understanding of transition-to-production processes, including deviation and waiver procedures and the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process.
• Develop and manage an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to align program timelines, resources, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Understand the full product lifecycle for build-to-print manufacturing programs.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure that deadlines are met, and progress remains on track.
• Coordinate with vendors to guarantee timely delivery of products in the correct quantities and in compliance with quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors to support customer requests, including expedited shipments when required.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to manage Technical Data Packages and related engineering processes.
• Ensure customer requirements are met and manage stakeholder expectations through clear and consistent communication.
• Identify and resolve project issues by conferring with team members and stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver clear program and project status presentations for stakeholders, leadership, and project teams.
• Develop repeatable project plans and checklists to streamline the implementation of new strategic stocking partnerships.
• Implement and manage risk registers for open licensing orders and other assigned programs.
• Monitor team performance and provide constructive feedback to support development and accountability.
• Create professional, user-friendly project communications for distribution to employees, clients, and suppliers.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or related field

Job description

AMS, based in Torrance, CA, is seeking a hands-on Program Manager to own outcomes, build structure, and drive execution in a fast-moving environment. You will manage quality, schedule, and cost targets across assigned programs, reporting to the Program Director.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, managing supplier and internal schedules, and coordinating with engineering on data packages and transitions to production. On-site in Torrance, CA.