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Aerospace Program Manager

Extant AerospaceMelbourne, FL

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Career Development

Job Description

Aerospace Program Manager

Location: Melbourne, Florida - this is a 100% on-site position

Date: March 2026

About the Opportunity

To conform to U.S. export control regulations, requirements of this position include being eligible to work with export-controlled products and related data without restriction.

Are you ready to take the lead in driving growth within one of the most dynamic sectors in aerospace? We're seeking a Program Manager to champion the sale, support, and strategic direction of advanced avionics products across both Defense and Commercial markets.

You'll leverage your technical expertise, market insight, and leadership skills to shape product strategy, and drive profitability.

As the Aerospace Program Manager, you will be accountable for the growth, P&L performance, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations for assigned product lines ensuring long-term success and customer satisfaction.

The Ideal Candidate

You're not just analytical, you're curious, entrepreneurial, and results driven. You thrive in complex, fast-moving environments where initiative and innovation are rewarded. The ideal candidate will:

  • Demonstrate a balance of intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring the unknown.
  • Have a bias for action and a proven record of delivering results.
  • Embrace challenges and learn from mistakes, staying open to feedback and continuous improvement.
  • Have a strong desire to advance within the business, exploring lateral roles to build a broad organizational perspective.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships through direct engagement via meetings, presentations, and consistent communication.
  • Identify, develop, and close new sales opportunities, while driving growth within existing accounts.
  • Lead the creation and delivery of compelling business proposals, product briefings, and presentations.
  • Gather and present market intelligence and competitive analysis to inform strategic decisions.
  • Evaluate market trends to assess product potential and guide pricing and positioning strategies.
  • Prepare accurate sales forecasts and performance reports to meet revenue and growth targets.
  • Partner with internal operations and engineering teams to ensure timely and effective customer support.
  • Represent the company at customer sites, trade shows, and industry events (domestic and international travel up to 30%).

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or a related field required; master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of direct industry experience or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
  • Proven ability to influence and build consensus in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth. We empower our employees to take initiative, make an impact, and build meaningful careers.

If you're ready to contribute to a forward-thinking organization and take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us drive smarter, stronger, and more sustainable operations.

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