Program Manager 2

APPLIED COMPOSITES•Brea, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Manager II manages assigned customer programs of moderate complexity within an aerospace composites manufacturing environment. The position independently coordinates routine program activities, monitors schedules and performance, resolves operational issues within established guidelines, and works with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements for quality, cost, and delivery. The role requires onsite work in a manufacturing environment. Applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in program management, project coordination, manufacturing operations, or a related field.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including direct customer interaction.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise judgment within established procedures.
Ability to interpret program schedules, production requirements, and basic financial or performance data.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn ERP and program management systems.
Ability to independently manage routine program activities with limited day-to-day supervision.
Ability to recognize and escalate issues outside established authority.
Ability to maintain productive working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment.
Must be a U.S. person within the meaning of ITAR: a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent education and relevant experience are considered.
Aerospace, composites manufacturing, or other regulated manufacturing experience.
Familiarity with manufacturing schedules, production planning, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned customer programs, coordinating activities and resources to meet established schedules, budgets, quality requirements, and delivery commitments.
Monitor program milestones, production progress, costs, and risks; identify potential delays or performance issues and coordinate corrective actions.
Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned customers regarding routine program activities, status updates, delivery schedules, and issue resolution.
Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain to resolve routine operational issues and maintain program execution.
Maintain program documentation, performance reports, schedules, and action items; escalate complex technical, financial, or customer matters as appropriate.