Senior Program Manager

Job Description

Insight Global's client is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex engineering and manufacturing programs from development through production. This individual will oversee cross-functional teams, drive program execution, manage customer relationships, and ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to technical requirements. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with experience in aerospace or advanced manufacturing environments and a track record of successfully launching new products and systems.

Key Responsibilities

-Lead new product development and production programs from concept through full-rate manufacturing.

-Manage program scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, risks, and customer expectations.

-Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, and operations.

-Facilitate program reviews and communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.

-Ensure adherence to product development and phase-gate processes.

-Monitor program performance using key metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

-Partner with customers to maintain strong relationships and ensure satisfaction throughout program execution.

-Support contract reviews, change management, proposal development, and scope control.

-Mentor technical and project leaders on program management best practices.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce cycle times, and enhance program execution.

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Skills and Requirements

-Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA preferred.

-7+ years of program management experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or advanced manufacturing environments.

-Experience leading complex engineering development programs from design through production.

-Strong understanding of project management methodologies, phase-gate processes, risk management, and financial tracking.

-Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage customer-facing programs.

-Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.

-Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

-Aerospace manufacturing experience -Aerospace or defense industry experience supporting OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or complex manufacturing programs.

-Background in metal fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, or advanced manufacturing processes.

-Knowledge of CNC machining, fabrication, forming, heat treatment, and related production methods.

-Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and program financial management.

-Experience working with highly regulated manufacturing environments.