Program Manager (Hybrid, 9/80 Schedule)

Moog Aircraft Group is looking for a Program Manager to be an integral part of our team, delivering highly complex electromechanical, mechanical, and hydro-mechanical components and systems for flight actuation applications to our Military Aftermarket customers.  This position is located at our aerospace plant in Torrance, CA.

 As the Program Manager in our military aftermarket group, you will manage all aspects of programs from contract award through end‑item delivery. This includes support to sales and proposal efforts through fact‑finding and negotiations.  You will typically be responsible for several programs and act as the single point of contact for customers.

Here’s what you’ll be working on: 

• Develop program plans and schedules to ensure proper coordination between all program elements. Monitor the status of cost, schedule and task completion to ensure compliance with program plans. 
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and change orders, and support fact-finding and negotiations to ensure completeness from a program management viewpoint.
• Coordinate with functional management to ensure the assignment of adequate program resources. 
• Conduct effective day to day communications with the customer to resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner. 
• Coordinate and manage all program activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements. 
• Plan, coordinate and manage the preparation of presentation materials for internal and customer meetings and reviews. Manage the conduct of such meetings and reviews. 
• Prepare regular status reports, for management and the customer, which provide visibility for program issues and risks. 
• Assist the Business Development and Marketing organizations in planning and developing new programs and follow on orders for existing programs. 

Here’s what you’ll need to bring with you: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 5 years of program/project management experience
• Program management experience in the aerospace or defense industries
• Due to federal contract obligations, must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
• The ability to access U.S. export controlled information

 It would be great if you also had: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other technical/business discipline
• Experience working with DoD customers; knowledge of DoD contractual terms, conditions and requirements
• Former military experience is helpful
• Understanding of the military aftermarket business environment
• Experience with flight actuation systems, control systems, or electronic systems
• Experience managing multiple programs
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Project
• PMI PMP certified
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to prepare presentation materials to internal groups and customers
• Negotiation skills to facilitate agreement on technical and contractual matters
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to influence others

Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits on day one
• Flexible vacation program
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) match, profit share, and employee stock purchase options
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Inclusive company culture
• Our Torrance site has a 9/80 work schedule option with every-other Friday off

Moog Aircraft Group is the leader of advanced flight controls for commercial and military aircraft.  We are positioned on virtually every aircraft in the marketplace.  We specialize in Primary Flight Control, Secondary Flight Control, High Lift Control, Weapons Bay Door Drive and Active Vibration Control. Moog Aircraft Group is a sector of Moog (NYSE:MOG-A).  Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs over 11,500 employees in 28 countries.  While we are most known for our products that are the best in the industry, what’s unique about Moog is our culture of trust and mutual respect that allows for personal initiative, autonomy and excellence.  We invite you to become part of our continued success.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

The base pay range for this opportunity is ~$100,000 - $150,000 per year.  The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual profit share bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, competitive 401K plan with enhanced matching program, and many region-specific benefits