Aerospace Program Manager

4 weeks ago

Hyderabad, India Plugscale Consulting Full time

Job Description: Aerospace Program Manager Hyderabad

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly driven Aerospace Program Manager to lead and oversee aerospace design and development programs from concept to delivery. Based in Hyderabad, this role will involve managing cross-functional teams, ensuring program execution within scope, schedule, cost, and quality, while serving as the primary interface with customers and senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring a strong aerospace engineering background, leadership expertise, and program management experience in working with global OEMs/Tier-1 suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage end-to-end aerospace programs, ensuring successful delivery of engineering, design, and manufacturing milestones.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring alignment with program requirements.
  • Define program scope, objectives, and success criteria in alignment with business and customer needs.
  • Develop and monitor program schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management plans.
  • Coordinate across design, stress, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and certification teams to achieve program deliverables.
  • Lead program reviews (internal and customer-facing), presenting progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure adherence to aerospace standards (AS9100, FAA/EASA/CS/FAR compliance) and organizational quality processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement, lean practices, and innovation in program execution.
  • Mentor project managers, engineers, and team leaders to enhance program management maturity across the organization.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering / Mechanical Engineering (MBA/PMP certification preferred).
  • 12–18 years of experience in aerospace, with at least 5+ years in program/project management.
  • Proven track record of leading large, complex aerospace programs (structures, composites, interiors, systems, or propulsion).
  • Strong knowledge of program management methodologies (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile).
  • Hands-on understanding of aerospace design tools (CATIA V5/V6, PLM systems) and engineering workflows.
  • Experience working with global OEMs/Tier-1 suppliers and managing multi-site teams.

Desired Skills

  • Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and customer-facing communication skills.
  • Ability to manage program financials (cost, revenue, margin, cash flow).
  • Expertise in risk management and change management.
  • Familiarity with aerospace certification processes and regulatory compliance.
  • Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision-making abilities.

Work Location

Hyderabad, India

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