Job Description

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SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Program Manager has overall responsibility for manufacturing programs related to Hollingshead and Auxiliary Fuel System (AFS) product lines, encompassing production planning, fabrication, assembly, and delivery. Serving as the program focal point and primary customer interface, the Program Manager ensures both customer and company compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW) and all contractual obligations. With minimal supervision, they monitor and manage project schedules, budgets, labor utilization, material procurement, and quality standards to consistently achieve financial targets, on-time delivery, and superior product quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Own end-to-end program lifecycle for manufacturing initiatives— from concept through launch and sustainment—ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Assist the Sales Department by providing schedule, cost, resource, and risk projections for manufacturing proposals.
  • Act as the primary Contract and Post-Contract interface for manufacturing programs throughout their lifecycle.
  • Assist in the development of manufacturing SOWs and specifications; contribute fact-based input during bids and proposals.
  • Oversee day-to-day contract management of manufacturing initiatives, ensuring all deliverables meet scope, budget, and schedule.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive Program Management Plans, including:
    • Communication Plan
    • Requirements Verification Matrix
    • Master Schedule Development with ongoing control and administration
    • Resource Plan (Labor, Material, and Services Budget Development)
    • Control Plan for Labor, Material, and Services
  • Produce objective, evidence-based Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics, including Estimate to Complete (ETC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts for labor, materials, services, and other direct costs.
  • Track and budget every new Manufacturing order from release through shipment (including actual vs. budgeted costs).  
  • Review and update the labor Demand-Capacity metrics to generate visibility for staffing requirements.
  • Prepare the Manufacturing metrics monthly report for Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Board of Directors review.
  • Manage and update the Master Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) file and chair the monthly S&OP meeting.
  • Generate Revenue and Direct Contribution Projections to support leadership decision-making.
  • Communicate customer expectations, cultural nuances, and program temperament across all internal teams.
  • Chair program kick-off, daily stand-up, and weekly status meetings to keep stakeholders aligned. Generate weekly Program Management Manufacturing Report. 
  • Serve as the direct interface between customers and all manufacturing, engineering, and support departments.
  • Provide vigorous Risk Management leadership, identifying, tracking, and mitigating program risks.
  • Coordinate and prioritize objectives with Manufacturing and Hangar Operations Managers to balance program needs and shop capacity.
  • Lead schedule change management to minimize impacts on cost, timeline, and quality from unplanned events.
  • Communicate critical manufacturing and/or assembly issues to all program stakeholders in real time.
  • Attend weekly capacity and manpower planning meetings to reaffirm program staffing requirements.
  • Chair post-program Lessons Learned sessions to identify successes and areas for process improvement.
  • Deliver weekly status reports to customers and present Program Management Reviews (PMRs) to senior leadership, covering:
    • Risk “skyline” and control measures
    • Schedule compliance and forecast
    • Labor, material, and ODC performance to budget
    • Objectively based ETC/EAC projections over the life of the program.
  • Ensure subcontractors and outside vendors comply with manufacturing specifications and SOW requirements.
  • Complete initial and recurrent training requirements in a timely manner.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

The individual employed in this position must have strong leadership skills to earn trust across the organization and influence, motivate and inspire excellence. The Manufacturing PM is expected to dress appropriately (determined by area in which their work is performed), report to work on time, have excellent work habits, and have a cooperative and positive attitude in the work setting; exhibits respect and professionalism when interacting with customers, and all employees; must adhere to company policies, procedures and safety standards. 

QUALIFICATIONS   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related technical experience.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in Part Manufacturer Approval (PMA) per an FAA Order 8110.4D regulated setting or similar aviation manufacturing environment. 
• Manufacturing program experience (kit MFG), structures, electrical interconnect, mechanical systems (plumbing, piping, valves, etc.).
• Proficient in Earned Value Management (EVM) with demonstrated experience in applying EVM principles to administer project performance, control budgets, and forecast with extremely high reliability project financial, period of performance and product quality outcomes.
• Effective computer skills; Microsoft Office, Project software and other company and discipline specific software applications.
  • JIRA or similar issue-tracking tool experience is advantageous.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and plan work.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours and/or travel, as dictated by program requirements. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

• Read, write, and understand the English language. 
• Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and manuals.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

• Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard safety precautions are required in all areas where hazardous conditions exist. 

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel may be required; the employee filling this position must be willing to travel on short notice and possibly for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The following work environment and characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Standard office environment. 
• Infrequent exposure to noise, smells, dust, and fumes typically associated in an industrial manufacturing / aviation environment.
• Occasional, general proximity to several industrial hazards including electrical, mechanical, and chemical.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All employees have a responsibility to cooperate in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and to encourage the health and safety of all other team members. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as needed.