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This is an onsite position at our San Diego, CA HQ facility.\nThis role owns execution across scope, cost, schedule, and customer satisfaction. You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and leadership to deliver high-quality composite products while managing risk, performance, and customer expectations.\nThis is a hands-on role for someone who can lead programs end-to-end, build strong customer relationships, and drive results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nWhat You’ll Own\nFull lifecycle program ownership from proposal through delivery and closure\nCustomer relationships and overall program satisfaction\nProgram performance across budget, schedule, technical scope, and risk\nCross-functional execution with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain\nChange management, contract alignment, and program profitability\nKey Responsibilities\nProgram Execution\nLead programs from concept through production and final delivery\nDevelop and manage program plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and technical requirements\nMonitor performance and proactively address risks, issues, and constraints\nEnsure alignment between customer requirements and internal execution\nCustomer & Business Management\nServe as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the program lifecycle\nDevelop proposals and statements of work, including cost estimates and technical scope\nIdentify scope changes and manage contract modifications\nSupport business development efforts and contribute to order growth\nCross-Functional Leadership\nDrive alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams\nCoordinate resources, priorities, and timelines to meet program objectives\nSupport company-wide planning for manpower, cash flow, and production\nFinancial & Performance Management\nDevelop and manage program budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking\nEnsure programs meet financial targets and profitability expectations\nAnalyze performance and implement corrective actions as needed\nTechnical & Product Oversight\nDefine product requirements and ensure alignment with customer specifications\nEstablish methods for verifying product performance and quality (buy-off criteria)\nSupport development of manufacturing and inspection approaches\nWhat You Bring\nExperience\n6-10+ years of program management experience in a composite manufacturing environment\nExperience leading programs involving engineering, production, and customer delivery\nStrong background in managing budgets, schedules, and performance metrics\nExperience working directly with customers and managing expectations\nTechnical Background\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)\nFamiliarity with composite materials and manufacturing processes \nSkills & Capabilities\nStrong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills\nAbility to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously\nStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilities\nEffective communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)\nAdditional Requirements\nMust be a U.S. Person (due to ITAR requirements)\nAbility to pass background check and drug screening\nCompensation & Benefits\nSalary Range: $140,000 - $190,000 (based on experience and skillset)\n100% Employer-Paid Medical & Dental\nAnnual Bonus Program\n401(k) with 5% Match\nEmployee Stock Option Program\n9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)\nPaid Holidays + Generous PTO \n$2,500 Tuition Reimbursement\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nRock West Composites is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. Certain positions require meeting the U.S. Person definition in 22 CFR 120.62.\nITAR Requirement\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder) as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Rock West Composites will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. Rock West Composites will not seek an export authorization for this role. Rock West Composites maintains a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. Depending on state law and the nature of the position, candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to complete a drug screening. 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