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The Program Manager is responsible for the successful execution of complex flight simulator and training system programs, from contract award through delivery and sustainment. This role serves as the primary customer interface and is accountable for program performance across cost, schedule, scope, quality, and risk.
Job Responsibility:
Own end-to-end program execution for full flight simulators (FFS), flight training devices (FTD), and other complex training systems
Develop and maintain integrated master schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Coordinate cross-functional program teams within a matrix organization and ensure alignment with program objectives
Drive accountability for cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer satisfaction
Act as the primary point of contact for customers, partners, and internal stakeholders
Lead program reviews, status briefings, and milestone meetings
Manage customer expectations, contract changes, and scope negotiations
Build long-term customer relationships through proactive communication and issue resolution
Manage program profit and loss, including revenue recognition, cost control, and margin performance
Monitor earned value, forecasts, and key financial metrics
Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, export controls, and regulatory standards
Support proposal development, scope control activities, change orders, and contract amendments
Work closely with engineering and production teams to manage technical scope and configuration
Support simulator integration, test, qualification, and delivery activities
Ensure program requirements are clearly understood and executed
Promote quality, safety, and compliance with applicable industry standards
Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of program risks and opportunities
Lead corrective action plans for technical, schedule, or supplier issues
Ensure risk-related lessons learned are captured and applied to future programs
Capture lessons learned across program execution and apply them to future programs
Support process improvements to increase efficiency and execution performance
Requirements:
Experience in program or project management within aerospace, defense, or complex technical systems, including hardware, software and related documentation
Proven experience managing large, multidisciplinary teams and customer-facing programs
Strong understanding of cost, schedule, and risk management principles
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in business, project management, aviation, engineering or similar field
U.S. Citizenship Required
Must be able to successfully pass an initial background screening
Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
Must be able and willing to travel domestically and, on occasion, internationally
Applicants and employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
Nice to have:
Experience with flight simulators, training devices, or avionics systems
Knowledge of aviation regulatory and qualification processes
Experience with military or government contracts
Experience in the management of programs requiring Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools and techniques
PMP or equivalent program management certification