Lead and manage all aspects of programs at various stages of the PLM process
Drive programs from concept and qualification (Gates 2-5) through production and sunset (Gates 5-7) ensuring alignment with customer requirements and company goals
Develop detailed program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations
Monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed
Collaborate and drive engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, R&D and procurement teams to ensure seamless program execution
Maintain customer communications in all programmatic aspects from gate 2 through gate 7
Ensure all aerospace transparencies comply with relevant customer requirements, industry standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, MIL-STD) and internal quality requirements
Prepare and present regular program status reports, including financial performance, schedule adherence, and risk assessments to senior management
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or greater in engineering field is required
Aerospace specific industry experience is preferred
Minimum of Five (5) years of program management or engineering experience in aerospace or defense industries, with specific experience in transparencies or related components
Strong knowledge of aerospace transparency materials (e.g., acrylics, polycarbonates, glass), manufacturing processes, and testing methods