Program Manager in Austin

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Dripping Springs, TX
Direct Hire | Full-Time
$155,000-$165,000 Base Salary

This position is onsite in SW Austin/Dripping Springs, TX. Candidates should be comfortable commuting to the worksite daily.

Our client, an innovative engineering and manufacturing organization in the Southwest Austin/Dripping Springs area, is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead complex customer programs from concept through delivery. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this role will serve as a key leader responsible for project execution, customer satisfaction, financial performance, delivery schedules, and cross-functional coordination.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior project or program management professional with experience in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, electronics, or high-tech environments.

As Program Manager, you will own programs from initial customer engagement through project completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with customer requirements.

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation through closure.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations.
• Establish priorities and drive accountability across project teams.

• Meet with customers to define requirements and project expectations.
• Communicate project status, milestones, risks, and performance metrics.
• Coordinate customer reviews, design reviews, and project updates.
• Identify and manage scope changes, ensuring appropriate approvals and budget adjustments.

• Develop detailed project schedules and resource plans.
• Monitor performance against project budgets and timelines.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and project metrics.
• Identify risks, roadblocks, and corrective actions.
• Ensure successful project execution while maintaining profitability targets.

• Drive project teams toward successful completion of deliverables.
• Monitor workload, resource utilization, and project health.
• Prevent scope creep through disciplined project controls.
• Document lessons learned and implement process improvements.
• Support strategic initiatives and operational excellence efforts.

• Strong leadership and project execution skills.
• Exceptional communication and customer management abilities.
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong business acumen and financial awareness.
• Excellent planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Candidates with experience in the following environments are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Engineering organizations
• Electronics manufacturing
• Aerospace and defense
• Test and measurement systems
• Technical product development
• Custom manufacturing
• New product introduction (NPI)
• Contract manufacturing
• Government and defense-related programs

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Science, Operations, or related field .
• 5+ years of project or program management experience required.
• Experience managing customer-facing technical programs strongly .
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Strong understanding of project planning, budgeting, and resource management.
• Must be a U.S. or Legal Permanent due to ITAR-related requirements.

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Ability to move throughout office and production environments.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well‑being, professional growth, and work-life balance.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Hea…