Vice President Program Management

Vice President Of Program Management

Comlux America is a world-class VIP aircraft completion and refurbishment center located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company designs, engineers, and installs custom luxury interiors and advanced aircraft systems for airliner-derivative business jets. Comlux also offers scheduled and unscheduled maintenance services. Specializing in highly customized aircraft, Comlux transforms aircraft into personalized flying environments that reflect exceptional craftsmanship, precision engineering, and uncompromising safety.

Role Description

The Vice President of Program Management provides executive leadership and strategic oversight for the Comlux Completion Program Management Office (PMO). This role is responsible for the successful execution of all aircraft completion programs from contract award through aircraft delivery, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, regulatory compliance, financial targets, and operational performance. The Vice President acts as the senior executive responsible for program governance, customer engagement, and cross-functional coordination across engineering, production, supply chain, quality, finance, and executive leadership. This role ensures that all VIP aircraft completion programs are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with Comlux quality standards and regulatory requirements. As a key member of the leadership team, the Vice President establishes program management strategy, develops standardized processes and performance metrics, and leads a team of program managers responsible for managing individual aircraft completion projects.

Essential Job Functions

• Executive Program Leadership
• Customer and Commercial Leadership
• Operational Integration
• Financial and Schedule Accountability
• Program Governance and Process Improvement
• Leadership and Organizational Development
• Executive Reporting

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, aviation management, or related discipline required. Minimum 10–15 years of experience in aircraft completions, aircraft modification, or aviation program management. Minimum 7–10 years of leadership experience managing large-scale aviation programs or technical project portfolios. Experience working within Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) programs for transport category aircraft. Experience with OEM platforms such as Boeing or Airbus preferred. Demonstrated success leading multi-disciplinary teams within a complex aviation manufacturing or completion environment.

Required Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of VIP aircraft completion processes and aircraft modification programs. Strong understanding of FAA regulatory requirements including 14 CFR Part 91, Part 145, and related STC regulatory frameworks. Proven ability to manage large-scale aviation programs involving engineering, production, and customer stakeholders. Strong financial acumen with experience managing program budgets, cost performance, and profitability. Exceptional executive communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior leadership and high-profile customers. Strong leadership capabilities with demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams. Ability to manage complex program portfolios in a high-demand, service-oriented aviation environment. Proficiency with program management tools, scheduling systems, and business reporting systems. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally when required.

Work Environment

This position is based within both office and aircraft hangar environments and may involve: exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions, loud noise levels, use of heavy machinery and specialized tools, potential contact with chemicals or hazardous materials, working in confined aircraft interior spaces.

Why Join Us?

Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package that supports you and your family. 401(k) with company annual contribution equal to 3% of eligible compensation, company-sponsored HSA, 100% company-paid vision premiums, medical, dental, life insurance, and EAP benefits, free financial consultations and guidance. EEO Statement Comlux is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.