Bombardier · 2 hours ago
Program Manager, Defense
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expBombardier is a leading company in designing, building, and maintaining high-performance aircraft for various clients including governments and militaries. The Program Manager, Defense will be responsible for overseeing program execution, managing negotiations, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements while maintaining customer satisfaction.
AerospaceCommercialGovTechManufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leads negotiations, proposal and commercial impact phases for contractual change management throughout the program execution
Support the overall program execution of assigned accounts:
Develop and track the detailed program schedule and milestones
Track program requirements, scope, budget
Perform continuous risk management
Track and support Flight Test and aircraft modification
Track and support aircraft deliveries as required
Act as the face of the organization to external customers
Holds P&L oversight for assigned program and accountable for overall customer satisfaction
Ensure milestones are achieved per committed schedule and budget – ensuring proactive risk assessment and contingency management
Has intimate knowledge of contractual requirements for assigned program and ensures timely execution and administration to remain in compliance with such requirements
Prepare and lead weekly Program reviews; including internal executive reviews and external customer reviews
Coordinate with internal resources/stakeholders such as engineering, contracts, finance and logistics during program execution
Coordinate payment/invoicing
Manage program performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques. Establish and manage program key performance indices
Qualification
Required
You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in program management; or equivalent experience
You are team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
You have excellent customer-facing skills and experience are required
You have the ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
You are able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
You have a strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes
You have experience interfacing with operations
You have a strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment
You have knowledge of CGR, ITAR and previous experience in government and military flight operations exposure would be considered an asset
You may be required to travel and work extended hours when required
You are eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance (as required)
Benefits
Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program
Company
Bombardier
Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing, and servicing the world's most exceptional business jets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bart Demosky
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Andrea Romero
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2025-12-11
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