Lead all phases of aerospace and defense programs from kickoff through delivery, ensuring scope, cost, schedule, and performance goals are met.
Define program objectives, strategies, and detailed execution plans encompassing scope, timeline, budget, and resource management.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial operations.
Serve as the primary customer interface with government agencies, defense primes, and commercial clients—maintaining communication, managing expectations, and providing clear updates.
Manage programs in full compliance with FAR, DFARS, and government contracting standards; oversee modifications, deliverables, and subcontractor flow-downs.
Apply mechanical, electrical, and fabrication expertise to interpret requirements and shape tailored solutions.
Oversee secure, compliant transport and storage systems supporting complex A&D supply chains.
Track milestones and budgets, identify risks early, and implement corrective actions to ensure on-time, on-spec delivery.
Support proposal development, Statements of Work (SOWs), cost estimates, and customer presentations that demonstrate technical and operational value.
Manage internal resources and external vendors for performance, compliance, and delivery quality.
Maintain organized program documentation and provide executive briefings and progress reports.
Address technical and operational challenges in dynamic environments while maintaining compliance and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field required.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive program management experience within the aerospace and defense industry. Experienced and comfortable interacting with leading Tier 1 aerospace and defense companies.
Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification preferred.
Experience with DoD acquisition processes and federal acquisition regulations (FAR / DFARS).
Demonstrated experience managing direct U.S. Government contracts and subcontracts with major defense prime contractors.
Experience with aerospace and defense logistics and transportation systems and operations
Familiarity with airworthiness certification documentation and processes.
Background in aerospace structures programs, including knowledge of structural-analysis tools such as finite-element analysis (FEA) and CFD and thermal analysis,
Ability to evaluate engineering issues, contribute to design reviews, and translate technical requirements into actionable program plans.
Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, government contracting practices, ITAR, and export-control regulations.
Proficiency with program-management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or equivalent.
Supporting programs or projects at a client facility (like a DoD base, defense prime site, or manufacturing partner).
Participating in design reviews, inspections, or integration / testing activities on-site.
Strong English communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and subject-matter information.
Desired Experience
10 or more years of experience in the defense or aerospace industry in areas such as new product development, supply chain and logistics, program management, manufacturing, operations research, or product rollout and fielding (IOC / FOC).
3–5 years leading product-delivery programs within a major defense, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing organization.
Experience managing or coordinating manufacturing activities involving metal fabrication, assembly, and quality assurance, preferably within an ISO 9001 or AS9100-certified environment.
Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, supply chain operations, and quality-control processes.
Veterans and prior military service applicants are encouraged to apply.
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