Program Manager (Aerospace)

Rock West Composites•San Diego, CA

63d•$110,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Rock West Composites, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Program Manager in our Aerospace and Defense segment. Rock West Composites, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for commercial and government customers. We provide cradle-to-grave services for primary and secondary composite structures. This position is located in our San Diego, CA office and reports to the Segment Director. Position Summary: Lead product programs with precision. Guide projects through every stage, setting clear visions and offering support to project teams. Your duties encompass creating budgets, schedules, and technical plans tailored to meet customer needs. With a keen eye on business growth, you'll cultivate relationships with key clients across varied industries, surpassing annual sales targets.

Requirements

BS or BA degree in an engineering or materials science discipline; OR more than 15 years’ experience in development of manufacturing processes of advanced composite materials.
Minimum 8 years’ experience in a composite manufacturing environment.
Minimum 6 years of program management experience. Prefer composite manufacturing environments.
Experience of establishing budgets and/or tracking expenditures and profit.
Experience in communicating with customers.
Strong knowledge of composite materials and processing methods.
Strong work ethic and self-motivation
Technical Knowledge: Scope, cost, schedule, and risk identification
Strategic Management: Understand planning, prioritization, and the best management method for each project. Understanding corporate goals and how the project ties into the business
Leadership and Soft Skills: Motivate and guide a team to move in the right direction
Basic knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must be a US Person (Resident Alien or US Citizen).
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Ownership of Projects, Customers, and Initiatives from Conception to Closure. Responsible for the Project’s Outcome. Defines the clear vision for the Project. Provides support and removes roadblocks for the project team.
Create budget, schedule, and technical plans for fulfilling customer requirements for products
Define the approach by which products or components will be designed, engineered, tooled, fabricated, and/or inspected to meet requirements specified by customers
When required, define product requirements and specifications in conjunction with, or for, customers
Define method by which conformance to product or program requirements will be demonstrated (quality buy-off)
Track project budget, schedule, and technical performance at appropriate intervals to ensure successful end results are achieved
Support company-wide planning of manpower, cash flow, and shipments to ensure proper allocation of resources.
Create purchase orders and/or vendor statements of work, and/or vendor requirements to ensure procured products and services meet all requirements to achieve program goals
Identify and engage key clients in a variety of industries; Aerospace, Defense, Sports, Maritime, Oil/Energy, etc.
Exceed annual orders targets via traditional and nontraditional business development methods
Manage customer relationships using Salesforce and create written proposals to customers to complete a statement of work including: Estimate budgets in terms of labor hours, materials and outside procured services. Collaborate with the customer to define the specific tasks to be completed, and final buy-off criteria. Identify changes of work scope when they are being requested and negotiate corresponding contract changes.