Sr Manager, Programs

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.

● 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.

● Assist with preparing budget and estimates in response to customer change requests.

● All other duties as assigned.

● Occasional travel is required to meet with customers and suppliers. Able to travel both domestically and internationally on short notice (15%).