Program Manager

JOB TITLE: Program Manager



LOCATION: Santa Ana, CA



PAY RATE: $175,000-195,000/year

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (Full Time)

• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

• Shift: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Manages full product lifecycle from development through production for complex commercial, military, and space component programs.

• Manages and coordinates customer orders, engineering changes, change requests, and RFQs.

• Maintains full financial ownership including tracking costs, forecasting, earned value analysis, and internal/external reporting.

• Leads cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to achieve program milestones and resolve issues.

• Ensures compliance with internal procedures, customer specifications, and regulatory standards including AS9100 and ITAR.

• Drives accountability using KPIs, earned value metrics, and program reviews to monitor performance and course-correct.

• Leads risk identification and mitigation planning to maintain program stability.

• Coordinates timely delivery of hardware/software and contract data requirements.

• Provides detailed reporting and recommendations to senior leadership and customers.

• Supports new business proposals and assists with developing cost and technical narratives.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related technical field.

• Minimum 10 years of program or project management experience in aerospace or defense with proven success managing complex aerospace or space-related programs through full product lifecycle.

• Experience working with aerospace primes and Tier 1 customers such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, SpaceX, or U.S. Department of Defense.

• Strong technical understanding of aerospace product development including fabrication, composites, ducting systems, and mechanical assemblies.

• Knowledge of AS9100D quality standards, ITAR/EAR compliance, and defense industry requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams through development, prototyping, production, and delivery.

• Skilled in coordinating with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and engineering to meet customer requirements and resolve production issues.

• Proficient in MRP/ERP systems to support material and production planning.

• Advanced financial acumen with experience in cost analysis, scheduling, budgeting, and earned value management.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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