Senior Program Manager – Hypersonics

GE Aerospace

. Lead the program team to meet specifications, milestones, cost, schedule, margin, quality, and safety targets .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeBohemia • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $234,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management within the aerospace sector, focusing on jet engine manufacturing and propulsion systems. Proficient in financial management practices, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication to ensure project success and compliance.

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Program ManagementEngineering DegreeDoD ExperienceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyFinancial Management Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Program Management SoftwareStatement Of Work DevelopmentWork Breakdown StructureIntegrated Master ScheduleCost ManagementRisk AssessmentTechnical AnalysisLabor AccountingGovernment Contract CompliancePropulsion Systems Knowledge

Soft Skills

Team FacilitationExcellent CommunicationProblem-SolvingSelf-StarterCollaborative Work Style

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectTest Facilities CoordinationProduction Capabilities Management

Industry Keywords

AerospaceJet Engine ManufacturingSupersonic PropulsionHypersonic PropulsionU.S. CitizenshipU.S. Person Status

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the program team to meet specifications, milestones, cost, schedule, margin, quality, and safety targets
Serve as the direct company and program representative to the customer
Work with business development to identify growth opportunities within the program
Lead and manage technical and business elements, including developing the SOW, WBS, IMS, and cost and schedule requirements for new projects
Oversee the performance and development of the program management team
Manage staffing for headcount and skill mix and forecast future needs with engineering
Track and report program performance against financial margin targets
Present critical path activities and performance goals to management each month
Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks
Report customer, contractual, or technical issues that could jeopardize the program
Maintain working relationships with Engineering, Operations, Test, Quality, Finance, and Contracts
Coordinate personnel, test facilities, and production capabilities with leadership and other project managers
Report to the Director of Programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering
10 years of experience in engineering and program management working with the DoD, military services, and aerospace contractors on jet engine manufacturing, supersonic and hypersonic propulsion systems, or similar programs
Competence with program management software and Microsoft Office products
Working knowledge of finance practices in program management, including labor accounting, overhead management, and government contract rules for performance and compliance
Ability to develop and negotiate work plans with the customer and internal support organizations
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and present technical, financial, and general business information
U.S. citizenship status required
Ability to prove U.S. Person status for access to U.S. export-controlled information
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
Willingness to undergo random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing, if subject to it
Preferred: Master's degree
Preferred: Microsoft Project experience for schedule and resource management
Preferred: Working knowledge of propulsion test cell processes and coordination with engineering
Preferred: Team facilitation skills
Preferred: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred: Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment and prioritize multiple projects
Preferred: Self-starter with prompt action and problem-solving ability
Preferred: Strong problem-solving skills, practical judgment, and collaborative, approachable, responsive work style
Preferred: Active learner
Preferred: Efficient manager of time and resources

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary/commission based on the plan
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Professional development opportunities
Relocation assistance