Program Manager IILocation: Brea, CA
Department: Program Management
Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site
Pay Range: $95,000-$105,000 annually
Job DescriptionThe Program Manager II manages assigned customer programs of moderate complexity within an aerospace composites manufacturing environment. This 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.
Job Accountabilities- 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.
Job SpecificationsEducation- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience considered.
Years of Experience- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in program management, project coordination, manufacturing operations, or a related field.
- Aerospace, composites manufacturing, or other regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
Skills- 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.
Other Qualifications- 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.
- Familiarity with manufacturing schedules, production planning, and customer requirements preferred.
- Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment.
BenefitsAt Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
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