Program Manager; PM

Program Manager (Order Execution)

We are seeking an organized, execution-focused Program Manager (PM) to support customer order execution and program delivery across our amplifier and generator product lines. This role plays a critical part in ensuring contract compliance, delivery predictability, and cross‑functional coordination across Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Engineering.

The Program Manager has formal people‑management responsibility for the Order Management Specialists and acts as the primary owner of non‑program customer orders. The role also supports Program Managers on larger programs and independently owns smaller, lower‑risk programs, ensuring adherence to PMO processes, schedules, and governance.

• Lead and manage the Order Management Specialists, including task assignment, coaching, and performance feedback
• Own execution of non‑program customer orders, including internal schedule commitments
• Ensure all orders meet contractual, documentation, and readiness requirements prior to release

• Act as the gatekeeper for:
  • Order release readiness
  • Contract compliance checks
  • Documentation completeness
  • Export screening coordination
  • Serve as first‑level escalation for order execution issues

• Support Program Managers by:
  • Tracking schedules, milestones, and deliverables
  • Preparing status updates and dashboards
  • Coordinating cross‑functional execution with Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales
  • Independently managing smaller or lower‑complexity programs as assigned
  • Driving adherence to PMO processes, phase‑gate discipline, and documentation standards

• Partner daily with Operations / Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales to resolve execution and priority conflicts
• Drive accountability for commitments while maintaining strong working relationships
• Identify recurring execution issues and support continuous improvement efforts within the PMO

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience)
• 3–6 years of experience in program coordination, order management, project support, or operations
• Understanding of customer contracts, terms, and conditions
• Experience working with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive execution to commitments
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP); project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira); reporting tools (e.g., Power BI); CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce)

• Coursework or certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP coursework, CAPM, internal PM training)
• Exposure to electronics, RF, high‑voltage, or complex hardware products
• Experience supporting regulated or compliance‑driven products
• Familiarity with export control concepts (ITAR / EAR)

Must be able to meet all CGD requirements.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.