Program Manager- Aerospace

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Program Manager - Aerospace Full Time Winfield, KS, US\

Salary Range:\$60,000.00 To \$100,000.00 Annually

Job Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for coordinating and overseeing

customer programs from inception through delivery in a contract

machining and manufacturing environment. This role serves as the primary

point of contact between the company and its customers, ensuring that

quality, schedule, and cost objectives are met while maintaining high

levels of customer satisfaction and internal efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between customers and internal
  
  

departments (engineering, production, quality, purchasing).

• Monitor all aspects of customer programs: pricing, scheduling,
  
  

production planning, delivery, and follow-up.

• Develop and maintain project timelines to ensure milestones are met
  
  

on time and within budget.

• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure
  
  

manufacturability and compliance with customer specifications.

• Monitor program performance using key metrics (OTD, cost, and
  
  

quality), and provide regular status reports to stakeholders.

• Anticipate and resolve potential issues with procurement,
  
  

scheduling, quality, or customer expectations.

• Lead regular internal and customer-facing meetings to provide
  
  

updates, facilitate planning, and resolve problems.

• Drive continuous improvement efforts in program execution and
  
  

customer service.

• Support contract review, risk analysis, and documentation processes
  
  

for new and ongoing projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related
  
  

field (or equivalent experience).

• Minimum 35 years of experience in a program or project management
  
  

role, preferably in a machine shop, CNC manufacturing, or

aerospace/defense environment.

• Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, and assembly
  
  

processes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and MS Office (especially Excel and
  
  

Project).

• Familiarity with quality systems (AS9100, ISO 9001) and job shop
  
  

manufacturing workflows.

• Self-Starter with ability to execute daily tasks, manage schedule,
  
  

and resolve issues by engaging the affected parties, with little

oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or medical device manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM files and manufacturing documentation
  
  

(blueprints, routers, travelers).

• Experience with government or military contracts (DFARS, ITAR).
  
  

Work Environment

• Office and shop floor setting.
• Requires occasional interaction on the production floor (PPE
  
  

required).

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with changing priorities.
  
  

Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm