{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"94eec2a63da95647e8cdbde0","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/94eec2a63da95647e8cdbde0","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/94eec2a63da95647e8cdbde0","title":"Program Manager","description":"Program Manager\nThe Program Manager is responsible for the execution of all aspects of the program to ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with technical and contractual requirements, schedules and budgets. The Program Manager II is the focal point for the company for communications with the customer (internal / external) and is responsible to ensure customer requirements are flowed down to all functional departments.\n\nWho we are?\nFounded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.\nToday Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.\nOur facility in Orange, CA is a leading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming of titanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and welded assemblies\n\nJob Summary\nFocal point for customer communication and interface\n\nManages communications and relationships between Ducommun and its customers. Communication and tracking of customer scorecards and surveys.\nFocal / Leader for the Integrated Product Team (IPT).\nRepresents the company in contacts with the customer and outside parties for all issues concerning the assigned program.\nProvide timely notification to management and customer of program cost, quality or schedule impact.\nExecution of New Product Introduction – Phase Gate Process.\nProvide a coordinated company response to customer requirements (commercial – technical) and inquiries (voice of the customer).\nPresentation of program reviews to Customer.\n\nInternal Communication and interface\n\nCommunicate within IPT to assure proper coordination of customer requirements (schedule, recovery plans, reports, etc.). Ensure that the company's capabilities and business interests support customer requests.\nManage program team to ensure efficient and effective goal attainment in support of the Program Management functional metrics, corporate policy, regulatory guidelines and budget parameters.\nCoordinate technical and operational requirements with stakeholders to ensure the voice of the customer has been achieved\nCoordinate the financial controls to integrate time phased budgets and program schedules that support contractual commitments and company goals.\nCommunicate customer cost reduction and process improvement goals to company management and coordinate response that highlights/demonstrates company commitment to continuous improvement.\nChampion/lead Kaizen and Lean activities that drive improvement in both operational and administrative areas.\nOversight of Program Management backlog/booking input into the MRP system to ensure alignment with company goals.\nPresentation of program reviews to Sr. Leadership\n\nContract Management\n\nAnalyze and review all contracts to verify Terms and Conditions, Work Statements, Funding, Performance Periods, Deliverables, and other customer General Conditions. Coordinate review of terms and conditions with DCO Director of Contracts as necessary.\nPrepare negotiation plan and lead the negotiation team for all customer negotiations.\nManage and track program compliance to purchase order requirements.\nPrepare assertions and claims to customer in accordance to contract parameters\nOperational Management:\n\nResponsible to coordinate with Operations Management to review requirements for programs as they relate to:\nOperational Performance\nMetrics – development and execution\nKPI and TTI tracking on a monthly basis\nDay to day performance to plan (cost, quality and schedule)\nStaffing\nIPT development\nPlanning for Capital Expenditures / preventive maintenance\n\nFiscal Management\n\nReview program performance to provide ongoing visibility for project cost, margin and schedule (actual vs. projected) through the EAC Process.\nProvide input to Finance for individual program cash flow plans.\nSupport the Finance Department for invoice submittal and in resolving late payment receipts and customer claims/assertions.\n\nDevelopment and growth of the Program:\n\nResponsible for oversight and management of performance center bookings, backlog, past due, receivables and sales forecasts.\nManage and maintain performance center booking and sales tracking system that supports the company monthly summary reports.\nCoordinate planning and acquisition of follow-on business within the lead time constraints.\nCoordinate with Business Development to identify, strategize and capture new business opportunities.\nTravel to customers 30% of the time.\nSupport customer cost reduction and process improvement activities that demonstrate the company’s commitment to continuous improvement.\nIncorporation of lean methodologies\nKaizen Events\nStandard Work\nValue Stream Mapping\n\nProposal Management:\n\nLead the Proposal Team in the development, preparation and customer submittal of proposals for new and follow-on business. Will have assistance by estimating on cost development, schedule, and capital requirements.\nAs required support customer / DCAA / DCMA audits.\n\nRequired Skills & Qualifications\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, qualifications, competencies, abilities and any physical demands if required. Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential requirements of this job.\n\nŸ\nMust possess the ability to lead without authority, negotiate and manage by influence.\nStrong people and time management skills are required.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and across all organizational levels.\nExperience in production control, contracts management, project management or contracts management, are key talents.\nDetail oriented, positive friendly customer service are key attributes.\nComputer knowledge and skills, i.e. MS Office Suite – Word, Power Point and Excel is required.\nBasic understanding of lean and six sigma principles and methodologies.\nExperience with MRP systems is beneficial.\nTeam oriented with a continuous improvement outlook.\nTravel up to 30%\n\nPhysical Demands (reasonable accommodations may be made, if necessary):\nPhysical Abilities Lift /Carry\nStand - Frequently 10 lbs or less - Occasionally\nWalk - Frequently 11-20 lbs - Occasionally\nSit - Continuously 21-50 lbs - N/A\nClimb – N/A 51-100 lbs - N/A\nCrawl - N/A Over 100 lbs - N/A\nSquat or Kneel - Occasionally\nBend - N/A Push / Pull\nFine Manipulation - N/A 10 lbs or less - Occasionally\nReach Outward - Occasionally 10-20 lbs - Occasionally\nReach Above Shoulder - Occasionally 20-50 lbs - N/A\nDrive - Occasionally 50-100 lbs - N/A\nOver 100 lbs - N/A\n\nN/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation\nOccasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day)\nFrequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)\nContinuously - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)\n\nOther Physical Requirements:\nN/A\n\nRequired Experience/Education/Training/Certifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the outlined experience level, education, training, minimum years of experience, product or industry knowledge plus any certifications in order to be considered. List in bullet fashion what they must possess. Ÿ\nBA/BS degree required, MBA preferred.\nCertification in PMP and or CAPM required, Contracts Administration, Project Management a plus.\n3-7 plus years in an aerospace or manufacturing environment.\nProgram(s) oversight of 10-25 million or greater a plus.\nSupervisory experience a plus.\n\nWork Environment and Safety Equipment Required: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Include things such as safety glasses, safety shoes and other designated personal protective equipment as required for the position.\nOffice environment and light manufacturing environment\nAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\nAbility to travel to other sites occasionally\n\nITAR/EAR Compliance\nThis position requires access to export-controlled information and/or hardware, and candidates must be U.S. Persons that comply with all U.S. Export control laws and regulation. As such, U.S. citizenship, U.S. lawful permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or the ability to meet ITAR and EAR requirements is required.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled\n\n1505 Maiden Lane\nJoplin, MO, 64801\nUnited States","company":"Ducommun9","rawCompany":"ducommun9","city":"Joplin","state":"MO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-15T12:48:30.771Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-1021.00","title":"General and Operations Managers","slug":"general-and-operations-managers"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"Program Manager\nThe Program Manager is responsible for the execution of all aspects of the program to ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with technical and contractual requirements, schedules and budgets. The Program Manager II is the focal point for the company for communications with the customer (internal / external) and is responsible to ensure customer requirements are flowed down to all functional departments.\n\nWho we are?\nFounded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.\nToday Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.\nOur facility in Orange, CA is a leading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming of titanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and welded assemblies\n\nJob Summary\nFocal point for customer communication and interface\n\nManages communications and relationships between Ducommun and its customers. Communication and tracking of customer scorecards and surveys.\nFocal / Leader for the Integrated Product Team (IPT).\nRepresents the company in contacts with the customer and outside parties for all issues concerning the assigned program.\nProvide timely notification to management and customer of program cost, quality or schedule impact.\nExecution of New Product Introduction – Phase Gate Process.\nProvide a coordinated company response to customer requirements (commercial – technical) and inquiries (voice of the customer).\nPresentation of program reviews to Customer.\n\nInternal Communication and interface\n\nCommunicate within IPT to assure proper coordination of customer requirements (schedule, recovery plans, reports, etc.). Ensure that the company's capabilities and business interests support customer requests.\nManage program team to ensure efficient and effective goal attainment in support of the Program Management functional metrics, corporate policy, regulatory guidelines and budget parameters.\nCoordinate technical and operational requirements with stakeholders to ensure the voice of the customer has been achieved\nCoordinate the financial controls to integrate time phased budgets and program schedules that support contractual commitments and company goals.\nCommunicate customer cost reduction and process improvement goals to company management and coordinate response that highlights/demonstrates company commitment to continuous improvement.\nChampion/lead Kaizen and Lean activities that drive improvement in both operational and administrative areas.\nOversight of Program Management backlog/booking input into the MRP system to ensure alignment with company goals.\nPresentation of program reviews to Sr. Leadership\n\nContract Management\n\nAnalyze and review all contracts to verify Terms and Conditions, Work Statements, Funding, Performance Periods, Deliverables, and other customer General Conditions. Coordinate review of terms and conditions with DCO Director of Contracts as necessary.\nPrepare negotiation plan and lead the negotiation team for all customer negotiations.\nManage and track program compliance to purchase order requirements.\nPrepare assertions and claims to customer in accordance to contract parameters\nOperational Management:\n\nResponsible to coordinate with Operations Management to review requirements for programs as they relate to:\nOperational Performance\nMetrics – development and execution\nKPI and TTI tracking on a monthly basis\nDay to day performance to plan (cost, quality and schedule)\nStaffing\nIPT development\nPlanning for Capital Expenditures / preventive maintenance\n\nFiscal Management\n\nReview program performance to provide ongoing visibility for project cost, margin and schedule (actual vs. projected) through the EAC Process.\nProvide input to Finance for individual program cash flow plans.\nSupport the Finance Department for invoice submittal and in resolving late payment receipts and customer claims/assertions.\n\nDevelopment and growth of the Program:\n\nResponsible for oversight and management of performance center bookings, backlog, past due, receivables and sales forecasts.\nManage and maintain performance center booking and sales tracking system that supports the company monthly summary reports.\nCoordinate planning and acquisition of follow-on business within the lead time constraints.\nCoordinate with Business Development to identify, strategize and capture new business opportunities.\nTravel to customers 30% of the time.\nSupport customer cost reduction and process improvement activities that demonstrate the company’s commitment to continuous improvement.\nIncorporation of lean methodologies\nKaizen Events\nStandard Work\nValue Stream Mapping\n\nProposal Management:\n\nLead the Proposal Team in the development, preparation and customer submittal of proposals for new and follow-on business. Will have assistance by estimating on cost development, schedule, and capital requirements.\nAs required support customer / DCAA / DCMA audits.\n\nRequired Skills & Qualifications\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, qualifications, competencies, abilities and any physical demands if required. Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential requirements of this job.\n\nŸ\nMust possess the ability to lead without authority, negotiate and manage by influence.\nStrong people and time management skills are required.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and across all organizational levels.\nExperience in production control, contracts management, project management or contracts management, are key talents.\nDetail oriented, positive friendly customer service are key attributes.\nComputer knowledge and skills, i.e. MS Office Suite – Word, Power Point and Excel is required.\nBasic understanding of lean and six sigma principles and methodologies.\nExperience with MRP systems is beneficial.\nTeam oriented with a continuous improvement outlook.\nTravel up to 30%\n\nPhysical Demands (reasonable accommodations may be made, if necessary):\nPhysical Abilities Lift /Carry\nStand - Frequently 10 lbs or less - Occasionally\nWalk - Frequently 11-20 lbs - Occasionally\nSit - Continuously 21-50 lbs - N/A\nClimb – N/A 51-100 lbs - N/A\nCrawl - N/A Over 100 lbs - N/A\nSquat or Kneel - Occasionally\nBend - N/A Push / Pull\nFine Manipulation - N/A 10 lbs or less - Occasionally\nReach Outward - Occasionally 10-20 lbs - Occasionally\nReach Above Shoulder - Occasionally 20-50 lbs - N/A\nDrive - Occasionally 50-100 lbs - N/A\nOver 100 lbs - N/A\n\nN/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation\nOccasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day)\nFrequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)\nContinuously - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)\n\nOther Physical Requirements:\nN/A\n\nRequired Experience/Education/Training/Certifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the outlined experience level, education, training, minimum years of experience, product or industry knowledge plus any certifications in order to be considered. List in bullet fashion what they must possess. Ÿ\nBA/BS degree required, MBA preferred.\nCertification in PMP and or CAPM required, Contracts Administration, Project Management a plus.\n3-7 plus years in an aerospace or manufacturing environment.\nProgram(s) oversight of 10-25 million or greater a plus.\nSupervisory experience a plus.\n\nWork Environment and Safety Equipment Required: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Include things such as safety glasses, safety shoes and other designated personal protective equipment as required for the position.\nOffice environment and light manufacturing environment\nAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)\nAbility to travel to other sites occasionally\n\nITAR/EAR Compliance\nThis position requires access to export-controlled information and/or hardware, and candidates must be U.S. Persons that comply with all U.S. Export control laws and regulation. As such, U.S. citizenship, U.S. lawful permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or the ability to meet ITAR and EAR requirements is required.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled\n\n1505 Maiden Lane\nJoplin, MO, 64801\nUnited States","datePosted":"2026-07-15T12:48:30.771Z","dateModified":"2026-07-15T12:48:30.771Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Ducommun9","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Joplin","addressRegion":"MO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"94eec2a63da95647e8cdbde0"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/94eec2a63da95647e8cdbde0"}}