Program Manager

Program Manager

Date: Jan 27, 2026

Location:Tallassee, AL, US

Company: GKN Aerospace Careers

Job Summary

The Program manager is responsible for the execution of the business case and contract in line with requirements and the agreed scope. Supports the Program Director with NPI activities up to and including Lifecycle Gate 7 and with on-going management activities of the program from Lifecycle Gate 7 and beyond. Supports the Program Director with Change Control Board activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports the execution of the program (including changes) to comply with all the business case and contractual requirements for their products.
• Responsible for continuously monitoring the performance of the allocated programs, managing off-track items and for reporting progress through the PPS.
• Creates Program Improvement Plans including cost improvement, pricing initiatives, enable Zero Defects Manufacturing, redesign initiatives, gaining agreement with relevant stakeholders.
• Provides input to make, move, buy decisions and strategic procurement decisions.
• Responsible for controlling robust change management processes.
• Acts as the voice of the customer.
• Supports the PD / VP in defining the vision, strategy, budget for the program to optimize cash flow, profitability and growth.
• Adheres to all program management standards and policies in accordance with the GKN Aerospace Program Management framework and contribute to process development.
• Actively executes Risk, Issue and Opportunity Management to control and mitigate the risk exposure and take advantage of opportunities.
• Supports the PD in the proposal process.
• Responsible for planning and performance of Life Cycle Gate, including preceding Reviews.
• Responsible for updating Sales / Demand Plan and initiating demand management for serial purchase orders.
• Responsible for undertaking any other activity required to ensure successful delivery of the program.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Or 8+ years of related exp. in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of professional experience in Program Managment for manufacturing and production related industries.
• Proven experience in Risk, Issue and Opportunity Management to control and mitigate risk exposure and uncover opportunities.
• Proficient in the fundamentals of Program / Project Management, Finance and LEAN principles.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, negotiation, organizational and communication skills.
• Passion for the Aerospace industry.
• Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance requirements, with ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• GKN Experience
• Ability to create, manage and execute a project plan.
• Experience with aerospace composites manufacturing.
• Experience in commercial, engineering or operations within the Aerospace industry.
• Ability to build relationships with customers and other external stakeholders.
• Financial acumen.
• Understanding of the business models within Aerospace.
• Either completed or registered for acknowledged Program Management Certification.