Program Manager

Dynamic Aviation • Bridgewater, VA

23d

About The Position

At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.
Position Summary:
Motivated and detail-oriented early-career professional with a strong foundation in project scheduling, coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. Supports project and program managers in managing timelines, tracking milestones, and ensuring seamless project execution. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and growing within the aerospace program management environment through hands-on support and proactive engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or Aviation Management or comparable industry experience.
• Knowledge of project phases and familiarity with supporting tasks in both Agile and traditional settings.
• Understanding of task tracking and timeline updates using Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Able to track milestones, deadlines, and basic project metrics with guidance.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA; familiar with SharePoint and MS Project.
• Capable of compiling data and generating simple charts or summaries for project updates.
• Strong written and verbal communication; experience preparing notes, meeting summaries, and basic reports.
• Attentive to identifying potential delays or blockers and escalating them appropriately.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to travel as required, less than 10%
• Must be able to sit for extended periods, use a computer and telephone, and occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to obtain Security clearance
• Ability to produce work authorization documentation

Nice To Haves

• PMP Certification or equivalent
• Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience in an aviation environment.
• Knowledge of budget development, scope management, and risk assessment.
• CAPM certification or equivalent aviation project management training

Responsibilities

• Support Schedule Development & Maintenance: Assist project and program managers in building and updating integrated master schedules (IMS), identifying task dependencies, and tracking milestone progress.
• Monitor Project Performance: Support the tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs), schedule variances, and deliverable timelines to ensure alignment with program goals.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze project data to support decision-making, generate dashboards and reports, and provide insights on cost, schedule, and resource utilization.
• Documentation & Communication: Maintain project documentation including charters, plans, and status reports.
• Risk & Issue Tracking: Help identify potential risks or delays, document mitigation strategies, and support issue resolution efforts.
• Tool & Process Support: Use project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, JIRA) to update schedules, track progress, and improve workflow efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in post-project reviews, recommend process enhancements, and contribute to the development of PMO best practices.
• Project Support: Small-scale projects may be assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees