Domaille Engineering · 7 hours ago
Program Manager - Aerospace & Defense
Rochester,MN,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDomaille Engineering is a company specializing in delivering complex components for the aerospace and defense industry. The Program Manager plays a critical role in overseeing programs from RFQ through production, ensuring effective communication and execution across cross-functional teams to meet quality and performance standards.
Industrial EngineeringInnovation ManagementManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead RFQ/RFP responses, coordinating cost, schedule, technical, and risk inputs
Build and maintain strong customer relationships through ongoing communication and site visits as needed
Accurately identify customer requirements, assess internal gaps or constraints, and propose effective solutions in collaboration with Manufacturing Production
Develop and present written program proposals to customers in partnership with Operations, Engineering, and Quality, leading the customer and internal teams toward optimized solutions
Provide timely, consistent communication to customers and internal stakeholders throughout the program lifecycle to ensure objectives and expectations are met
Partner with Finance to assess customer creditworthiness, establish appropriate terms, and proactively identify potential credit risks
Partner with customers to identify future opportunities aligned with our capabilities
Negotiates contracts and contractual changes to ensure legal compliance and protect Our interests
Manages customer-driven scope changes in coordination with Engineering, Operations, and Contracts
Ensures program execution aligns with contractual, regulatory, quality, and technical requirements and has a smooth handoff from awarded proposal into program execution
Define, document, and manage program deliverables and associated tasks to meet customer requirements, including identifying and mitigating program risks
Identify and communicate required resources—including personnel, equipment, capabilities, and external vendors—needed to successfully execute program deliverables
Lead cross-functional teams throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring effective internal and external communication, while driving accountability and alignment
Proactively identify, track, and manage risks related to customers, programs, and suppliers
Lead the resolution of issues with external vendors and coordinate engineering changes to minimize impact on cost, quality, and schedule
Monitor program cost, schedule, and quality performance, escalating potential issues and recommending corrective actions to the team and management
Prepare and deliver final program reports comparing planned requirements to actual performance
Provide feedback and recommendations to management to support continuous improvement and the success of future programs
Qualification
Required
The Program Manager plays a critical role in delivering complex, high-tolerance components for the aerospace and defense industry, serving as the primary link between customers and our manufacturing operations
This role leads programs from RFQ through production, leveraging our ultra-precision machining, advanced manufacturing processes, and engineering expertise to deliver reliable, compliant, and innovative solutions
The ideal candidate thrives in a technically rigorous environment, driving execution across cross-functional teams to meet demanding quality, schedule, and performance requirements
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which restricts access to export-controlled information to U.S. persons
Lead RFQ/RFP responses, coordinating cost, schedule, technical, and risk inputs
Build and maintain strong customer relationships through ongoing communication and site visits as needed
Accurately identify customer requirements, assess internal gaps or constraints, and propose effective solutions in collaboration with Manufacturing Production
Develop and present written program proposals to customers in partnership with Operations, Engineering, and Quality, leading the customer and internal teams toward optimized solutions
Provide timely, consistent communication to customers and internal stakeholders throughout the program lifecycle to ensure objectives and expectations are met
Partner with Finance to assess customer creditworthiness, establish appropriate terms, and proactively identify potential credit risks
Partner with customers to identify future opportunities aligned with our capabilities
Negotiates contracts and contractual changes to ensure legal compliance and protect Our interests
Manages customer-driven scope changes in coordination with Engineering, Operations, and Contracts
Ensures program execution aligns with contractual, regulatory, quality, and technical requirements and has a smooth handoff from awarded proposal into program execution
Define, document, and manage program deliverables and associated tasks to meet customer requirements, including identifying and mitigating program risks
Identify and communicate required resources—including personnel, equipment, capabilities, and external vendors—needed to successfully execute program deliverables
Lead cross-functional teams throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring effective internal and external communication, while driving accountability and alignment
Proactively identify, track, and manage risks related to customers, programs, and suppliers
Lead the resolution of issues with external vendors and coordinate engineering changes to minimize impact on cost, quality, and schedule
Monitor program cost, schedule, and quality performance, escalating potential issues and recommending corrective actions to the team and management
Prepare and deliver final program reports comparing planned requirements to actual performance
Provide feedback and recommendations to management to support continuous improvement and the success of future programs
Effective communication skills, including phone-based customer interactions and sales
Ability to apply precision machining expertise to develop effective customer solutions while clearly communicating technical concepts and business impact
Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel) and ERP systems such as Global Shop
Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a complex product development and production environment
Adaptable and proactive, able to work independently and assertively in a rapidly changing environment
Motivated, reliable, and accountable, demonstrating tenacity in addressing challenges and following through on complex initiatives to completion
Strong interpersonal, business, and technical skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers, management, and external contacts
Preferred
Experience working in contract manufacturing for the Aerospace & Defense industry is preferred, or a related industrial sector
Possess a degree in Business, Professional Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, and PMP Certification and/or Lean Six Sigma or training is preferred
Experience with machining processes, metrology instruments, and experimental techniques is preferred
Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and technical specifications, with working knowledge of GD&T is preferred
Working knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., Mechanical Desktop, SolidWorks) and CAM software (GIBBS) is preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off and 10 paid holidays (including your birthday)
Additional opt in offerings
Company
Domaille Engineering
Domaille Engineering provides contract manufacturing services for the aerospace, defense, and telecommunications industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Stellus Capital Management
2025-10-07Private Equity
2025-10-07Debt Financing
2025-10-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Timothy E. Kanne
President and Chief Executive Officer
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