Program Manager V (Aerospace)

Role overview Lead end-to-end execution of complex aerospace and defense programs, balancing scope, schedule, budget, resources, and customer commitments. The role owns program-level financial performance and serves as a central point of contact for customers, technical teams, subcontractors, and internal leadership.

Responsibilities - Plan and monitor program work, schedules, budgets, resources, deliverables, and program-level profit and loss. - Prepare and review status reports, planning materials, presentations, and other program documentation, including required contract deliverables. - Coordinate engineering, production, staffing, and facilities needs with program teams to support execution. - Identify risks and issues early, elevate them to leadership, and coordinate timely responses. - Brief customers and executives, participate in reviews and problem-solving meetings, and serve as the primary contact for program information. - Support follow-on business development and proposal preparation, including direct engagement with customer organizations.

Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience. - At least 20 years of program management experience, including 10–15 years managing Department of Defense propulsion programs. - Direct ownership of integrated master schedules and plans, and earned value management. - Experience managing large subcontractors and U.S. government programs. - Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with common office and project planning software. - U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance, and eligibility for required export authorizations.

Nice to have - Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering. - Experience with rocket propulsion defense programs, Missile Defense Agency programs, and business development with funding customer offices. - Current DoD Secret clearance.

Benefits and work setup - Based in Reno, Nevada, with onsite, hybrid, or remote arrangements described for the area. - Travel may reach 25%, including overnight trips within the continental United States. - Benefits include flexible time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, and wellness programs.