About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented Program Manager / Senior Program Manager to join this role, you will lead customer program execution and cross-functional coordination across aerospace product lines, including hoses, tubes, ducts, tie-rods, and sheet metal assemblies. You will be responsible for driving program readiness from First Article Inspection (FAI) build through to serial production while delivering key target metrics across On-Time Delivery (OTD), Quality, and Program Profitability.

Key Responsibilities

- Program Planning & Execution:
- Lead end-to-end transition of aerospace programs from initial design reviews and FAI builds to series production.
- Build, maintain, and enforce disciplined adherence to Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for all assigned programs.
- Track plan-vs-actual progress, identify potential bottlenecks early, and execute timely recovery actions to meet customer delivery commitments.
- NPI & Quality Governance:
- Execute New Product Introduction (NPI) workflows in compliance with APQP and AS9145 frameworks.
- Coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to resolve execution open points.
- Implement Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) and continuously improve operational predictability.

- Customer Relationship Management:




- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer program reviews, technical reviews, and progress tracking.
- Provide transparent communication, manage customer expectations, and handle escalations promptly to maintain high customer satisfaction.
- Cost & Commercial Support:
- Monitor program execution against baseline budgets to maintain gross margin targets and limit cost variances.
- Support internal costing teams with execution feasibility, timeline estimates, and capacity assessments for RFQ reviews.
- Identify value engineering (VA/VE) and continuous improvement opportunities to drive annual cost savings.

Desired Candidate Profile

- Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering (MBA/PMP certification is an added advantage).
- Experience: 612 years of hands-on program/project management experience in Aerospace or Precision Manufacturing.
- Domain Knowledge: Direct exposure to manufacturing processes involving sheet metal assemblies, tube bending, ducting, brazing, welding, and structural components.
- Standards & Tools: Strong working knowledge of AS9100, APQP, AS9145 (PPAP), FAI, MS Project, ERP/MRP systems, and risk management frameworks.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional cross-functional leadership, structured problem-solving, and robust customer interface skills.

📌 Program Manager (Mysuru)
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