Associate Program Manager
About The Position
The Associate Program Manager is an entry-level program management role responsible for supporting the successful execution of one or more hardware-focused development programs. This position provides hands-on experience in cost, schedule, risk, and subcontractor management while contributing to structured, well-executed program performance. Working under the guidance of an experienced Program Manager, the Associate Program Manager assists in day-to-day program execution, customer communication tracking, documentation control, and coordination with cross-functional engineering and operational teams. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated individual who thrives in technical environments and enjoys building structure in dynamic, fast-moving programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or Business preferred) or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree OR 4+ years in lieu of a degree
- Experience in project or program coordination, engineering, operations, or related disciplines.
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with technical staff and leadership.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
- Ability to obtain PMP certification within 6 months.
Nice To Haves
- Engineering background or experience working with technical teams.
- Familiarity with financial tracking, cost analysis, or production environments.
- Experience in aerospace, defense, space, or electronics manufacturing environments.
- Working knowledge of schedule management and project planning tools such as Microsoft Project.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist in managing the cost, schedule, and risks of a program from planning through execution.
- Support baseline development for program cost, schedule, and resource needs.
- Monitor performance against baseline plans and assist in developing corrective actions.
- Measure and report program performance metrics to internal leadership.
- Track customer interactions, correspondence, contract deliverables, and action items.
- Support preparation of program status updates, presentations, and reviews for customers and internal leadership.
- Maintain clear, organized records of customer requests, decisions, and communications.
- Log, track, and maintain program risks, mitigations, and burn-down plans.
- Assist with issue identification, tracking, and resolution coordination across teams.
- Control and maintain program documentation and configuration items.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining program financial baselines.
- Support tracking of labor and material expenditures, forecasting, and variance identification.
- Contributes to creation and maintenance of integrated program schedules, including milestones and critical path tracking.
- Support coordination across Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality.
- Assist with resource planning, staffing alignment, and cross-functional communication.
- Help organize and track outcomes from technical meetings, peer reviews, and program discussions.
- Support formation of Statements of Work (SOWs) and requirements documents.
- Track subcontractor performance, deliverables, and alignment with program expectations.
- Assist in monitoring supplier progress and documenting risks or issues.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Basic life with AD&D
- Short term disability
- Long term disability
- Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet)
- Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- 401(k) (including company match)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Leaves (Parental, maternity, and military)
- Annual discretionary bonus (for eligible roles)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
