Program Manager - Change Management

Program Manager - Change Management

Location: Everett, WA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Long Term Contract, Potential Conversion

Pay: Available on W2

Due to the nature of this government-related program and applicable compliance requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to support a complex aerospace manufacturing program focused on the development, qualification, production, and delivery of aircraft interior products. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams, customers, and business stakeholders to drive program execution, manage risks, monitor performance, and help ensure successful delivery against customer commitments.

This is a fully onsite position located in Everett, Washington.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support program execution across all phases of the product lifecycle, from development and testing through production and customer delivery.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, operations, supply chain, quality, and other functional teams to achieve program objectives.
• Facilitate Integrated Product Team (IPT) activities and maintain alignment across stakeholders.
• Monitor program schedules, performance metrics, and key deliverables to ensure commitments are met.
• Support program reviews, customer meetings, decision reviews, and internal management reviews.
• Prepare, update, and maintain program documentation in accordance with contractual and business requirements.
• Lead risk and opportunity management activities and provide guidance to program team members.
• Assist with financial reporting, forecasting, and program performance tracking.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams to manage priorities and support on-time deliveries.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships through effective communication and issue resolution.
• Represent customer requirements and expectations to internal stakeholders.
• Create and deliver concise, professional presentations and status reports for leadership and customers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of Program Management, Project Management, Engineering, or related experience.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with risk management, opportunity management, and program performance monitoring.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, forecasting, and program metrics.
• Experience supporting or leading development programs and transitioning products into production.
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous people leadership or team management experience.
• Experience working within aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience managing OEM development or production programs.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience supporting production, operations, and supply chain teams in a manufacturing environment.

Work Authorization Requirement

Due to the nature of this government-related program and applicable compliance requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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