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Onsite role just outside Wichita with a consistent schedule and half-day Fridays
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Lindsey Cusic
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Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a growing manufacturing organization supporting both commercial and government programs, with a strong focus on precision, quality, and execution. Our team works closely across engineering, operations, purchasing, and quality to deliver on complex projects with high expectations and tight timelines.
This is an environment where people wear multiple hats, communication is constant, and team members have real visibility into how programs move from concept to completion. If you enjoy being in the middle of the action and seeing projects through from start to finish, this is the kind of team where you can make an impact.
Why join us?
We are seeking a Program Manager to oversee aerospace and defense-related programs from contract award through delivery. This role is responsible for ensuring projects stay on track across scope, schedule, and budget, while serving as the key point of contact between customers and internal teams.
You will work cross-functionally with engineering, purchasing, operations, and quality to keep programs moving and resolve issues quickly. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys organization, communication, and driving execution.
What You'll Do:
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Compensation:
$70,000 - $90,000 annually (DOE)
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Lindsey Cusic
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are a growing manufacturing organization supporting both commercial and government programs, with a strong focus on precision, quality, and execution. Our team works closely across engineering, operations, purchasing, and quality to deliver on complex projects with high expectations and tight timelines.
This is an environment where people wear multiple hats, communication is constant, and team members have real visibility into how programs move from concept to completion. If you enjoy being in the middle of the action and seeing projects through from start to finish, this is the kind of team where you can make an impact.
Why join us?
- Real ownership of programs from contract award through delivery
- Direct interaction with customers and internal leadership
- Exposure to aerospace and defense work without needing a deep background
- Tight-knit, team-oriented environment where communication matters
- Consistent schedule with half-day Fridays
- Opportunity to grow into more advanced program leadership over time
- Benefits available after 60 days through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Flexibility on PTO
We are seeking a Program Manager to oversee aerospace and defense-related programs from contract award through delivery. This role is responsible for ensuring projects stay on track across scope, schedule, and budget, while serving as the key point of contact between customers and internal teams.
You will work cross-functionally with engineering, purchasing, operations, and quality to keep programs moving and resolve issues quickly. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys organization, communication, and driving execution.
What You'll Do:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned programs
- Manage programs from contract award through final delivery
- Coordinate across engineering, operations, purchasing, and quality teams
- Track timelines, deliverables, and program milestones
- Support proposal development including scope, cost, and scheduling
- Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
- Identify risks early and work with teams to resolve issues
- Provide regular updates to leadership and customers
- Maintain program documentation and communication logs
- 3-5 years of program or project management experience in manufacturing or a related environment
- Experience working cross-functionally across multiple departments
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with both internal teams and customers
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Experience with ERP systems (JobBOSS or similar) is a plus
- Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or government contracting (FAR/DFARS) is a plus
- Ability to read blueprints or technical drawings is a plus
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Compensation:
$70,000 - $90,000 annually (DOE)
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000