Program Manager

Onboard Systems Hoist & Winch•Anaheim, CA

5h•$150,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia designs, manufactures, and services a wide range of products, that include mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users. Onboard Systems Hoist & Winch, located in Anaheim, CA is one of the world’s leading providers of Search & Rescue (SAR) and Human External Cargo (HEC) advanced mission equipment for civil, commercial, and military helicopters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
5 - 10+ years of program management experience in aerospace/defense.
Proven experience across NPI, production programs, and MRO/repair.
Experience managing OEM or prime contractor customers.
Strong understanding of production environments, supply chain constraints, and delivery execution.
Solid grasp of program management fundamentals (cost, schedule, risk).

Nice To Haves

PMP certification, MBA or equivalent.
Familiarity with government contracting and FAR/DFARSs requirements.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP/IFS).

Responsibilities

Own the full program lifecycle, from proposal and development through production, delivery, and sustainment.
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, ensuring alignment with technical, cost, and schedule objectives.
Manage the production order book, ensuring on-time delivery of new hardware in line with customer commitments and contractual schedules.
Drive execution with operations and supply chain to meet delivery targets, resolve shortages, and manage backlog.
Oversee repair/MRO programs, including turnaround time, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Act as the primary interface with key defense customers.
Extensive interaction with a global customer base, including regular communication and collaboration with clients across multiple regions and time zones.
Translate customer requirements into executable plans across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality.
Monitor and manage program KPIs, including schedule adherence, cost performance, backlog, and on-time delivery (OTD).
Lead internal and external program reviews.
Identify and mitigate risks impacting development, production, or repair activities.
Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense standards (e.g., AS9100, FAR/DFARS).
Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between development, production, and aftermarket support.
Support business development activities, including RFQs/RFPs, cost estimates, and proposal development.