Production Program Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

Prototek Digital Manufacturing • Blue Mounds, WI

1d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Production Program Manager leads Aerospace & Defense (A&D) programs from RFQ through full-scale production. This role sits at the center of the business—aligning commercial, engineering, operations, and quality—to ensure complex, highly regulated programs are executed on time, within scope, and to the highest standards of compliance.

Requirements

• Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field required
• 1+ years’ experience in project management within Aerospace, Automotive, or Defense required
• 3+ years’ experience in additive manufacturing required
• Proven ability to lead programs from RFQ/quoting through production ramp
• Strong understanding of A&D compliance, documentation, and qualification requirements
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality

Nice To Haves

• Background in CNC machining, sheet metal, additive, or advanced manufacturing
• 1+ years' experience in estimating/quoting preferred
• Familiarity with metrology (CMM, 3D scanning)

Responsibilities

• Own A&D programs end-to-end: RFQ, quoting, contract award, production, and delivery
• Translate customer requirements into executable manufacturing plans
• Serve as primary customer interface for program status, timelines, and technical alignment
• Drive cross-functional coordination across engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain
• Manage schedules, risks, and milestones to support production readiness and scale
• Oversee qualification and documentation (FAI, certifications, traceability, etc.)
• Support procurement of aerospace-grade materials with proper documentation
• Navigate customer portals for RFQs, submissions, and contract execution
• Drive continuous improvement in program execution and scalability

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 9 paid Holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%
• Education reimbursement program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive pay scale
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level