Head of Programme Management

The Program Manager serves as a leader for aerospace new product development programs, responsible for ensuring products meet customer, regulatory (AS9100), and internal Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) aligned requirements throughout the lifecycle—from concept through launch and sustainment. The role manages program scope, cost, schedule, risks, and cross‑functional execution to deliver high‑quality aerospace components and systems. Additionally, the role supports new business opportunities by developing business‑case financial evaluation models and contributes to growth initiatives across Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and Defense, enabling new products and manufacturing strategies across multiple manufacturing sites.

General Responsibilities Oversees all aspects of assigned programs throughout project lifecycles to ensure completion within the defined scope, quality, time and cost constraints

Maintain organizational standards of satisfaction, quality, and performance

May oversee multiple project teams, ensuring program goals are reached

Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved

Resolve projects’ higher scope issues

Work closely with cross‑functional teams, and assigned project managers to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiative

Develop and manage budget for projects and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives

Identify, analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for management and stakeholders

Bachelor’s degree) or equivalent relevant work experience

Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results

Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Program Execution & APQP Alignment Apply APQP principles, including requirements flow‑down, DFMEA/PFMEA readiness, control plans, PPAP/FAI planning, and risk‑based launch readiness aligned with aerospace standards. Manage production readiness, including tooling/capital planning, material availability, and cross‑functional readiness for launch. Customer & Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary customer point of contact during new product development, resolving issues and aligning deliverables. Apply structured change management, resource planning, and cost/schedule impact analysis throughout the lifecycle.

Business Growth & Strategy Integration Support new business opportunities by creating business‑case financial evaluation models, including recurring and non‑recurring costs and strategic recommendations. Drive growth initiatives in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and Defense by supporting new product introductions and manufacturing strategies across multiple production sites.

Process, Tools & Quality Systems Develop and optimize business processes, procedures, work instructions, and templates related to new product development and Program Management activities. Ensure alignment with aerospace regulatory flow‑downs, customer expectations, and ITAR requirements. This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).