Ducommun Incorporated · 2 hours ago
Program Manager
Joplin, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expDucommun Incorporated is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The Program Manager is responsible for executing all aspects of the program, ensuring that activities meet technical and contractual requirements while managing customer communications and overseeing program team performance.
AerospaceElectronicsIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manages communications and relationships between Ducommun and its customers. Communication and tracking of customer scorecards and surveys
Focal / Leader for the Integrated Product Team (IPT)
Represents the company in contacts with the customer and outside parties for all issues concerning the assigned program
Provide timely notification to management and customer of program cost, quality or schedule impact
Execution of New Product Introduction – Phase Gate Process
Provide a coordinated company response to customer requirements (commercial – technical) and inquiries (voice of the customer)
Presentation of program reviews to Customer
Communicate within IPT to assure proper coordination of customer requirements (schedule, recovery plans, reports, etc.). Ensure that the company's capabilities and business interests support customer requests
Manage program team to ensure efficient and effective goal attainment in support of the Program Management functional metrics, corporate policy, regulatory guidelines and budget parameters
Coordinate technical and operational requirements with stakeholders to ensure the voice of the customer has been achieved
Coordinate the financial controls to integrate time phased budgets and program schedules that support contractual commitments and company goals
Communicate customer cost reduction and process improvement goals to company management and coordinate response that highlights/demonstrates company commitment to continuous improvement
Champion/lead Kaizen and Lean activities that drive improvement in both operational and administrative areas
Oversight of Program Management backlog/booking input into the MRP system to ensure alignment with company goals
Presentation of program reviews to Sr. Leadership
Analyze and review all contracts to verify Terms and Conditions, Work Statements, Funding, Performance Periods, Deliverables, and other customer General Conditions. Coordinate review of terms and conditions with DCO Director of Contracts as necessary
Prepare negotiation plan and lead the negotiation team for all customer negotiations
Manage and track program compliance to purchase order requirements
Prepare assertions and claims to customer in accordance to contract parameters
Responsible to coordinate with Operations Management to review requirements for programs as they relate to:
Metrics – development and execution
KPI and TTI tracking on a monthly basis
Day to day performance to plan (cost, quality and schedule)
Staffing
IPT development
Planning for Capital Expenditures / preventive maintenance
Review program performance to provide ongoing visibility for project cost, margin and schedule (actual vs. projected) through the EAC Process
Provide input to Finance for individual program cash flow plans
Support the Finance Department for invoice submittal and in resolving late payment receipts and customer claims/assertions
Responsible for oversight and management of performance center bookings, backlog, past due, receivables and sales forecasts
Manage and maintain performance center booking and sales tracking system that supports the company monthly summary reports
Coordinate planning and acquisition of follow-on business within the lead time constraints
Coordinate with Business Development to identify, strategize and capture new business opportunities
Travel to customers 30% of the time
Support customer cost reduction and process improvement activities that demonstrate the company’s commitment to continuous improvement
Lead the Proposal Team in the development, preparation and customer submittal of proposals for new and follow-on business. Will have assistance by estimating on cost development, schedule, and capital requirements
As required support customer / DCAA / DCMA audits
Qualification
Required
Must possess the ability to lead without authority, negotiate and manage by influence
Strong people and time management skills are required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and across all organizational levels
Experience in production control, contracts management, project management or contracts management, are key talents
Detail oriented, positive friendly customer service are key attributes
Computer knowledge and skills, i.e. MS Office Suite – Word, Power Point and Excel is required
Basic understanding of lean and six sigma principles and methodologies
Experience with MRP systems is beneficial
Team oriented with a continuous improvement outlook
Travel up to 30%
BA/BS Degree Required, MBA Preferred
Certification in PMP and or CAPM required, Contracts Administration, Project Management a plus
3-7 plus years in an aerospace or manufacturing environment
Program(s) oversight of 10-25 million or greater a plus
Supervisory experience a plus
This position requires access to export-controlled information and/or hardware, and candidates must be U.S. Persons that comply with all U.S. Export control laws and regulation
Company
Ducommun Incorporated
Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$724.4M2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-05-15Post Ipo Equity· $74.4M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Stephen Oswald
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Chris Wampler
Advisor to the CFO
Recent News
Ducommun Incorporated
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