Program Manager - Carson, CA - $140K-$150K Base + 10% Bonus
Manufacturing / Program Management
Carson, California | On-site
This company is a manufacturing organization delivering complex, high-value products through integrated program execution in the aerospace and defense space. Long-cycle, customer-driven programs where precision, quality, and on-time delivery are non-negotiable.
What You'll Own
- Own full program lifecycle for medium to large, complex programs, with full accountability for financial performance and execution
- Lead cross-functional teams including Project Managers and IPT leads
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and stakeholders
- Develop and manage program plans, schedules, and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
- Monitor financial performance and forecasts, and drive corrective action on variances
- Lead program reviews, milestone gates (PDR, CDR, PRR), and status reporting
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree required (Engineering preferred)
- 5+ years of program management experience in aerospace or a similar complex manufacturing environment
- Strong expertise in program management methodologies and P&L ownership
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and developing talent
- Experience with risk management, scope control, and change management
- Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office
- Ability to travel 30-40%
Nice to Have
- PMP or similar certification
- Familiarity with Lean principles and continuous improvement
This is a hands-on leadership role with real ownership over program outcomes, from the financials to the customer relationship to the team driving execution. If you thrive on complex, high-stakes programs and want full P&L accountability, this is worth a conversation.