Senior Program Manager

Aston Carter

$94K — $117K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Program or Project Management experience
  • 2+ years of Contract Manufacturing experience
  • Understanding of NPI (New Product Introduction) and CPPT processes
  • Experience in Electronics Manufacturing or similar complex environment
  • Strong customer-facing communication and relationship management skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead NPI and CPPT programs from launch through production.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic customers and executives.
  • Build and lead cross-functional teams across various departments.
  • Drive program schedules, action items, deliverables, and risk mitigation plans.
  • Manage strategic customer quotations, RFQs, and contract negotiations.
  • Track program performance related to cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
  • Identify process improvements for enhanced execution and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness programs
  • Full week off between Christmas and New Year's
  • Regular team lunches and company events
  • Community service opportunities during work hours
  • Onsite gym and fitness amenities
Full Job Description
Senior Program Manager - Contract Manufacturing / NPI

Spokane Valley, WA | Direct Hire | Bonus Eligible

Drive the Launch of Next-Generation Products

Are you a Program Manager who thrives at the intersection of customers, engineering, manufacturing, and business strategy?
We're seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead critical customer programs from concept through production in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll be the key driver of New Product Introduction (NPI) and Customer Product Transfer (CPPT) initiatives that directly impact company growth, profitability, and long-term customer success.
You'll work closely with executive leadership, customers, engineering teams, manufacturing operations, supply chain, quality, and sales to ensure successful product launches and seamless production execution.
This is an excellent opportunity for a program leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building strong customer relationships, and influencing strategic business decisions.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: $94,000 - $117,000+ based on experience
  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness programs


Exceptional Workplace Perks
  • Full week off between Christmas and New Year's
  • Regular team lunches and company events
  • Community service opportunities during work hours
  • Onsite gym
  • Discounted fitness memberships
  • Basketball and pickleball courts
  • Ping pong and billiards
  • Music and jam session space


What You'll Do

As the Senior Program Manager, you will:
  • Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) and Customer Product Transfer (CPPT) programs from launch through production.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic customers and executive stakeholders.
  • Build and lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and sales.
  • Drive program schedules, action items, deliverables, and risk mitigation plans.
  • Manage strategic customer quotations, RFQs, and contract negotiations.
  • Track program performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and revenue objectives.
  • Identify process improvements that enhance program execution and customer satisfaction.
  • Provide regular program updates to Director and executive-level leadership.
  • Mentor and support developing Program Managers within your assigned business segment.


What We're Looking For

Required Experience
  • 5+ years of Program or Project Management experience
  • 2+ years of Contract Manufacturing experience
  • Understanding of NPI (New Product Introduction) and CPPT processes
  • Experience working in Electronics Manufacturing or a similar complex manufacturing environment
  • Strong customer-facing communication and relationship management skills


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
  • Experience with RFQs, quoting, contract management, and cost reporting
  • Knowledge of manufacturing operations, supply chain, and production readiness processes
  • Ability to evaluate risks, solve problems, and drive projects to completion
  • Strong analytical, financial, and organizational skills


The Ideal Candidate

You're someone who:
  • Takes ownership and doesn't wait to be told what to do
  • Communicates clearly and confidently with customers and executives
  • Enjoys leading cross-functional teams
  • Stays organized while managing multiple priorities
  • Can anticipate challenges before they become problems
  • Has a strong manufacturing mindset and understands how products move from concept to production
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Spokane Valley, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $83000.00 - $115000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
On-the-job trainingTuition reimbursementHealth insuranceVision insuranceDental insuranceLife insuranceDisability insuranceWellness program
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Spokane Valley,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

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