Sr Manager, Program

Description

Oversee the planning and execution of aircraft modification programs, including schedule, budget, engineering status, certification, supplier management and kit development. The Sr. Program Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee risk management and ensure on-time delivery of all engineering, supplier and certification milestones.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Review Statement of Work (SOW) for program and customer specific requirements.
• Lead and manage assigned programs, including overall program schedule, budget, engineering status, certification, supplier management and kit development.
• Career Development: Coordinate engineering requirements with Director of Engineering and Project Engineer (as applicable) and monitor out of scope items to ensure projects remain within plan and budget.
• Identify, track and close action items resulting from meetings and reviews.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring timely coordination and resolution of challenges.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders (Engineering, Buyers, Kitting/QC, manufacturing, certification organization/ODA, suppliers) to ensure compliance and successful program execution.
• Support customer and supplier kickoff and design review meetings.
• Provide regular program updates, status reports and review progress with management and recommend corrective actions.
• Serve as a key point of contact for customers, suppliers and stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external parties.
• Aid in preparing budget and estimates in response to customer change requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical or Mechanical preferred) or equivalent technical background.
• At least seven years of engineering and/or program management and certification experience, with a proven track record of managing complex FAA/EASA STC projects.
• Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to manage complex timelines, budgets and resources.
• Must be well organized with solid judgment; able to multitask and adjust to changing priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Professional development, career advancement opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
• Candidates must be able to work day shifts, and occasional weekends and overtime.
• Occasional travel is required.