Job Title : Program Manager
Job Description
This is a technical and tactical role where the Program Manager will have budget responsibility for a multi-million dollar program delivering a full suite of products and system integration for a large upgrade to an aircraft. The Program Manager will be responsible for budget and timeline, ensuring timelines and requirements are clearly defined and then met. The Program Manager will work cross-functionally to ensure Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Subcontractors are aware of key milestones and on track.
Responsibilities
- Manage and direct the daily execution of programs and proposals within contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules, technical, financial, and performance goals are met.
- Act as the primary interface between external customers, suppliers / partners, and internal teams; define business direction, grow the program portfolio, manage complex strategic relationships (internal / external), and ensure on-time delivery of the highest quality.
- Lead integrated Program Teams responsible for the successful performance of new, complex development products.
- Lead the development of Statements of Work used for outsourcing Product Development work packages.
- Participate as a team leader on proposal activities and ensure that the requirements of the request for proposal are met in the preparation and documentation.
- Evaluate supplier proposals for pricing, capabilities, and ensure they deliver on-time and on-budget.
- Provide contractual interface, communication, and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts and bid & proposal activities.
- Develop and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure contractual, financial, technical, and schedule requirements are met.
- Maintain technical and commercial marketing objectives and assure program completion within established milestones.
- Plan, direct, maintain, and present project technical and financial status to the executive team.
- Guide the development of program business and technical strategies.
Essential Skills
Program managementRequirements managementAerospaceSystems IntegrationOverseeing requirements, budget, and timeline5+ years experience managing budgets and timelines for multimillion dollar aerospace programsAdditional Skills & Qualifications
Engineering DegreeExperience managing programs involving systems integrationAbility to articulate work experience and proven success managing timelines and budgetsDefining requirements and pulling teams together to meet milestonesJob Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $100.00 / hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :
Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Milwaukee,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.