Sr Program Manager (Aerospace/Defense)

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Performance Center (Ducommun)

About the company

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Our Tulsa facility manufactures state-of-the-art circuit cards for mission-critical defense and aerospace programs.

About the role

The Senior Program Manager executes all aspects of customer programs to ensure compliance with technical, contractual, schedule, and budgetary requirements. Serving as the primary internal and external customer focal point, you will lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), manage contract negotiations, oversee financial performance, and drive new business growth. Travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary customer liaison, lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), execute Phase-Gate New Product Introductions, and present program reviews to internal leadership and clients.
• Review and negotiate contract terms and conditions, manage purchase order compliance, track program costs, margins, and cash flows, and support financial forecasting and invoicing.
• Coordinate with operations on scheduling, staffing, and capital planning; champion Lean and Kaizen initiatives; and oversee MRP backlog alignment.
• Lead proposal development teams for new and follow-on business, coordinate with Business Development, and support customer, DCAA, and DCMA audits.

Requirements

• Ability to lead without authority, negotiate, and manage by influence.
• Strong people, time management, and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Experience in project management, production control, or contract management.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); MRP system experience is beneficial.
• Basic understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required; MBA preferred.
• Experience: 7+ years in an aerospace or manufacturing environment.
• Preferred credentials: PMP or CAPM certification, Contracts Administration experience, program oversight of $25M+, and supervisory experience.