Leach International Corporation · 5 hours ago
Program Manager
Buena Park, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expLeach International Corporation is a leader in designing and manufacturing relays and electronic control devices for the aerospace and defense industry. The Program Manager will oversee the development of new products, manage complex systems integration activities, and serve as the primary communication focal point for customers.
ElectronicsIndustrialManufacturingMechanical EngineeringProduct DesignSupply Chain Management
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary communication focal for the customer, ensuring consistent follow‑ups, status reviews, and clear, timely correspondence
Lead all aspects of Customer Management, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment on technical, schedule, and commercial expectations
Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive program plans that define scope, schedules, milestones, priorities, risks, and cross‑functional team responsibilities
Ensure product quality, reliability, and manufacturability meet or exceed customer requirements and internal standards throughout the program lifecycle
Manage the full program budget, including product life‑cycle cost, financial performance, and evaluation of customer out‑of‑scope requests
Own and drive the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, collaborating with internal functional teams and external customers to ensure successful execution, including technical guidance to engineering
Lead the preparation, facilitation, and documentation of program reviews, technical coordination meetings, and design reviews
Ensure all program deliverables, SOW, qualification activities, and SDRLs are clearly defined, coordinated, and completed on schedule
Maintain full responsibility for program management review for P&L, including budgets, actuals, forecasts, and ETC
Uphold the highest ethical standards and integrity, even when challenged by competing priorities
Demonstrate strong self‑motivation, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure
Communicate clearly and professionally across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders
Maintain and expand professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing industry publications, building networks, and benchmarking best practices
Actively contribute to Business Unit objectives by delivering results that support operational, financial, and strategic goals
Work collaboratively across a cross‑functional environment, partnering with management, engineering, production, supply chain, and quality teams
Actively participate in and support the Quality Improvement System, driving continuous improvement initiatives
Perform additional duties as required to support program and business success
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in project or program management, including leadership of cross‑functional technical teams in a fast‑paced engineering environment
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience; advanced technical or business education is a plus
Demonstrated success managing commercial and military aerospace development programs, from concept through qualification and production
Working knowledge of military specifications, standards, and contract structures, with the ability to interpret and apply requirements
Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related government contracting practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Project for schedule development, critical path analysis, and integrated program planning
Strong command of English operational and contractual language, both written and verbal, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and technically accurate communication
Exceptional analytical, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with customers, suppliers, and all levels of internal management
Demonstrated strategic leadership capability, including decision‑making, risk management, and long‑range planning
Strong presentation and briefing skills, capable of delivering clear, compelling updates to customers and executive leadership
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification required
Ability and willingness to travel as required to support customer meetings, program reviews, and supplier engagements
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. To conform to U.S. Export Control Regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government
Company
Leach International Corporation
Leach International Corporation manufactures power distribution components such as relays and contactors for a wide range of industries.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hien Nguyen
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
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