Program Manager

Thales • Orlando, FL

4d • $82,949 - $145,979 • Hybrid

About The Position

Thales is looking for a Program Manager to work with customers, partners, engineering and the overarching Program Manager to create, trial and launch innovative value streams, services and business models. In this position, you will also interface between Thales and the airline and serves as the primary point of contact with airline partner on all integration elements, including the commercial relationship, marketing, expectation management, and launch activities. This position will be key in growing revenue for our IFEC customers and Thales.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of experience, or 4-8+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree, including at least 2 years in project management or PMO.
• Understanding of airline business models with strong financial skills, including business case development and value proposition analysis.
• Strong customer-facing presence with senior stakeholders; able to present information clearly and communicate effectively across multicultural, global teams.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities; proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio) and familiarity with SAP, Primavera, and Microsoft Project.
• Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects independently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, motivate teams, and make sound decisions in a dynamic, international business environment.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Support bid development, identify risks, coordinate technical inputs, and participate in Sales-to-Program handoff.
• Build cross-functional teams (WBS), develop and stabilize BOM, implement MAP tracking, and establish program documentation.
• Own the master schedule, key milestones, deliverables, and ensure timely release of internal purchase orders (IPOs).
• Lead program execution, run team meetings, monitor performance (cost, schedule, BOM), and manage risks using tracking tools.
• Track P&L, manage budgets and expenditures, forecast completion costs, and partner closely with Finance.
• Handle external communications, support milestone reviews (PDR, CDR, FAI, PMR), manage POs, and oversee project closeout and knowledge sharing.

Benefits

• Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
• Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program

What This Job Offers

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