Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager
Pay Rate: $100,000 - $130,000/year
Location: Farmington, CT
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday - Friday, Full-Time
Keywords: #ProgramManagement #ProjectManagement #Manufacturing #Aerospace #EngineeringJobs #ContinuousImprovement #ContractManagement #Leadership

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Lead overall project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure successful program execution.
* Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and operational resources to meet project deliverables and customer expectations.
* Collaborate with department leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
* Monitor project timelines, identify risks or delays, and implement corrective actions to maintain delivery commitments.
* Manage customer contracts, service level agreements, and qualification requirements while maintaining strong client relationships.
* Participate in sales support and bid development activities to help secure new business opportunities.
* Provide regular updates and status communications to customers, leadership teams, and internal stakeholders.
* Perform financial analysis, cost tracking, and budget forecasting to support operational and business objectives.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing efficiency, production processes, and operational performance.
* Oversee team assignments, monitor project performance, and provide leadership support in fast-paced environments.
* Prepare and maintain project documentation, reporting materials, and customer communications.
* Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and applicable industry regulations.
* Support additional engineering and program management functions as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Master"s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Management) or related STEM field.
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management and contract management.
* Strong leadership, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools such as MS Project.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
* Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, complex manufacturing environments with tight deadlines.
* Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
* Experience working in manufacturing or production environments, preferably within the aerospace industry.
* Strong background in project planning, scheduling, budget ownership, and cost control.
* Experience with financial analysis and process optimization initiatives.
* Understanding of continuous improvement strategies and manufacturing efficiency methodologies.
* Familiarity with compliance regulations, quality standards, and information security practices within regulated industries.
* Exposure to sales support, bid development, or customer proposal processes is preferred.
* Ability to manage customer expectations while balancing operational priorities and project deliverables.

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.