Program Manager

Program Manager (Aviation)

Location: Edwards AFB

Industry: Aviation/Defense

Salary: $150K-$175K (DoE)

Employment Type: Permanent Placement

Clearance: Active Secret clearance preferred; ability to obtain Secret clearance required.

Overview:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Aviation Program Manager to join our client s team. The successful candidate will act as the single point of contact for all contract matters, with full responsibility for the safe, effective, and efficient execution of aircraft maintenance, logistics, support equipment, and flight crew support operations. You will provide leadership and oversight of all personnel and subcontractors supporting the three primary task areas: Aircraft Operations Support (AOS), Aerospace Ground Support Equipment (AGSE), and Aircraft Flight Crew Support (AFCS).

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the contractor s single authorized representative, empowered to interface directly with the Government Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer s Representative(s) (COR), and customer leadership.
• Maintains open, transparent communication to ensure alignment with customer mission objectives.
• Task Order Management & Successful Execution (Deliveries)
• Establishes and manages cost, schedule, and performance risks for all task areas to attain exceptional CPARS ratings.
• Identifies, tracks, and mitigates risks related to safety, technical performance, cost, and schedule.
• Directs both internal staff and subcontractor site managers to achieve operational success
• Holds full authority for hiring, terminating, and managing personnel assigned to Task Order.
• Accountable for program financials, including budget management, profit and loss performance, and resource allocation.
• Ensures safe, compliant, and effective operations across all assigned functions.
• Develops and refines processes to improve efficiency, quality, and mission support.
• Establishes and monitors performance metrics to assure compliance, customer satisfaction, and attainment of company objectives.
• Conducts regular program reviews, prepares agendas and reports, and ensures timely communication of results.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer interactions and communications.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
• Understand customer objectives, requirements, and feedback to ensure alignment with program goals.
• Lead regular customer status meetings, briefings, and reviews.
• Proactively address customer concerns and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Identify opportunities for value-added services and potential program growth.
• Foster a positive and productive workplace culture.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and support for team members across the program.
• Monitor employee engagement, morale, and performance, addressing issues promptly.
• Partner with HR to support employee development, conflict resolution, and recognition efforts.
• Encourage open communication and provide mentorship and guidance to team members.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Directly supervises assigned personnel and provides leadership to subcontractor site managers.
• Exercise full authority to assign, direct, and evaluate work performance.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, compliant, and respectful workplace aligned with company values and contractual requirements.

Requirements:

• Active Secret clearance preferred; ability to obtain is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; bachelor s degree or higher is preferred.
• 10+ years of program management experience in high performance aircraft operations
• 3-5+ years of experience in aviation maintenance and defense
• Experience with Profit & Loss (P&L)
• Experience working within Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) environments.
• Familiar with AS9100 & AS9110 quality requirements.
• Formal technical training or on the job training in DoD Acquisitions and manufacturing procurement experience.

Desired Experience

• PMP Certification
• Proven experience leading diverse teams in similar scope and complexity in high performance aircraft and test & evaluation environment, with emphasis on aircraft maintenance and flight operations.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills with the ability to attract, develop, and retain high-performing staff.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare clear reports, briefings, and correspondence for senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply technical documentation, safety rules, and maintenance procedures.
• Strong customer engagement skills, able to establish trusted relationships at all levels.
• High-level analytical and problem-solving skills; able to balance technical, financial, and mission-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing multiple high performance aircraft types at organizational and intermediate levels of maintenance (Depot experience a plus).
• Proficiency in working with subcontractors and cross-functional stakeholders (contracts, finance, supply chain, HR, etc.).
• Knowledge of Risk and Opportunity Management principles and tools.

SRG4 Government Services is a leading provider of information technology, training, engineering, accounting and intelligence analytical services for agencies in the intelligence, defense, homeland security, cyber security, and federal civilian markets. SRG4 utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the federal contracting industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent.

EOE/ADA

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