What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at iRiS Recruiting Solutions?
Position: Program Manager
Location: Los Angeles, CA area
We're partnering with an industry-leading manufacturer seeking a Program Manager to lead complex, custom-engineered programs supporting space, defense, and advanced technology applications. This is an opportunity to join a growing organization with a strong track record of innovation, long-term customer partnerships, and significant investment in future leadership development.
What You'll Do:
- Lead multiple complex aerospace programs from proposal through production handoff
- Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, risks, and profitability
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance
- Develop Statements of Work (SOWs), project plans, budgets, and customer proposals
- Monitor program performance and drive execution against cost, schedule, and technical objectives
- Identify and resolve issues while maintaining customer satisfaction
- Support new business opportunities and contract pursuits
What We're Looking For:
- Engineering background with strong project or program management experience
- 7 years of engineering, product development, or technical leadership experience
- 5 years managing complex projects or programs
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment
- Strong customer-facing communication and relationship management skills
- Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and program profitability
- Highly organized, analytical, and results-oriented
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Work directly with some of the most recognizable organizations in aerospace and space exploration
- Lead highly customized, technically challenging programs with long development cycles
- Join a collaborative environment alongside engineering and operations leadership
- Significant opportunity for career growth and succession planning
- High visibility role with direct impact on business performance and customer success
If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise, customer engagement, and program leadership while helping bring innovative aerospace solutions to life, we'd love to connect.