Program Manager

Aviation Program ManagerDIRECT HIRE Columbia, MO $85K + 100% Client Paid Benefits Health/Vision/DentalAre you a client-facing program leader who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment? Join a team at the forefront of aviation innovation and lead programs from concept through production while working directly with customers.What You’ll DoLead aviation product development & production programs end-to-endServe as the primary customer contact—present updates, prototypes, and resultsTranslate technical requirements into actionable plansManage schedules, milestones & deliverablesPartner cross-functionally with engineering & manufacturingDrive customer meetings, communications & action trackingTroubleshoot issues and lead root cause analysisEnsure quality & compliance (AS9100 / DV&T)Represent the company at client meetings, workshops & tradeshowsWhat You Bring5+ years of program/project management experienceStrong presentation & client-facing communication skillsAbility to read and interpret mechanical drawingsBachelor’s degree (Business, Engineering, or related)Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines Nice to HaveAerospace/aviation or thermal-mechanical experienceExposure to manufacturing processes (CNC, welding, brazing, etc.)Why Join Us100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision401(k) with match + PTO + Life InsuranceHigh-impact, customer-facing roleWork on cutting-edge aviation technology