VP, Aerospace Programs

Knight Aerospace Products, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Knight Aerospace Products, Inc. in San Antonio, TX, seeks a seasoned Vice President of Programs to lead complex aerospace initiatives and ensure cost, schedule, and technical performance.

You will manage cross-functional teams, mentor program managers, and drive new business opportunities while maintaining compliance with AS9100, FAA, and DoD requirements. On-site role with moderate travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years in aerospace/defense.
• 7–10 years in senior leadership roles overseeing multi-year programs.
• Experience managing programs with budgets > $25M.
• BS degree in Engineering or Business; PMP or equivalent certification.
• On-site work with moderate travel and coordination across departments.

Responsibilities

• Execute all programs within contractual requirements to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance goals.
• Utilize Earned Value Management to review and report program status.
• Serve as primary client contact, building relationships to drive repeat business.
• Manage program budget forecasting, resource planning, and financial performance tracking.
• Lead and mentor program managers to foster innovation and accountability.
• Collaborate with sales, finance, engineering, planning, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to deliver programs on schedule and within budget.
• Define and execute long-term strategic vision for program management, including roadmaps and market positioning.
• Drive business development initiatives and competitive proposals.
• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements (AS9100, FAA, DoD).

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Budgeting

Client relations

Strategic thinking

Education

BS in Engineering or Business

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Knight Aerospace Products, Inc. in San Antonio, TX, seeks a seasoned Vice President of Programs to lead complex aerospace initiatives and ensure cost, schedule, and technical performance.

You will manage cross-functional teams, mentor program managers, and drive new business opportunities while maintaining compliance with AS9100, FAA, and DoD requirements. On-site role with moderate travel.