Program Manager

Venteon is currently seeking an experienced Program Manager to fill an opening with a leading aerospace manufacturer located near Cincinnati, OH . The ideal candidate will have a strong background managing aerospace manufacturing programs, working cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams while driving customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements of the Program Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of Program Management experience within the aerospace manufacturing industry
• Experience managing customer programs for aerospace OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and MRP/ERP systems (PLEX preferred)
• Experience working directly with production teams to resolve manufacturing and operational issues
• Knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality management systems
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP methodologies preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage program schedules, budgets, forecasts, and risk mitigation activities
• Excellent communication and customer relationship management skills
• Experience presenting program status and leading customer reviews
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Experience supporting MRP/ERP implementation or process improvements preferred
• PMP certification is a plus
• Experience with composite manufacturing, ITAR, and international aerospace customers is preferred

Benefits of the Program Manager

• Competitive salary
• Advancement potential
• Full-time
• Paid time off
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401(k)

Responsibilities of the Program Manager

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned aerospace customer programs from award through production and delivery
• Manage overall program performance including schedule, cost, quality, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery
• Lead customer communications, program reviews, milestone meetings, and issue resolution
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, risk registers, and action plans
• Monitor program budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
• Work closely with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve manufacturing challenges
• Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve throughput and delivery performance
• Support production scheduling and capacity planning to meet customer commitments
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing processes, MRP/ERP utilization, and operational efficiency
• Improve planning accuracy, system utilization, and workflow effectiveness through process enhancements
• Develop standardized work instructions and documentation to improve program execution
• Proactively identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer requirements, ITAR regulations, and contractual obligations
• Support new product launches and transition activities as required
• Collaborate across departments to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement