Program Manager

THE COMPANY

For over 40 years, Aero Simulation, Inc. (ASI) has provided quality flight training devices to the US Military. ASI has successfully built numerous training systems with a primary focus on aircrew and maintenance training systems. Our current programs include, but are not limited to, the B‑1 Training Systems (Air Force), E‑2D Training Systems (Navy), CH‑53E Training Devices (USMC), IMOMS (Coast Guard), Navigation, Seamanship, Ship handling Trainer – NSST (Navy).

To learn more about ASI visit Programs‑ Aero Simulation, Inc.

The Program Manager is responsible for the successful execution of complex flight simulator and training system programs, from contract award through delivery and sustainment. This role serves as the primary customer interface and is accountable for program performance across cost, schedule, scope, quality, and risk.

• Own end‑to‑end program execution for full flight simulators (FFS), flight training devices (FTD), and other complex training systems
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Coordinate cross‑functional program teams within a matrix organization and ensure alignment with program objectives
• Drive accountability for cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer satisfaction

• For assigned programs, act as the primary point of contact for customers, partners, and internal stakeholders
• Lead program reviews, status briefings, and milestone meetings
• Manage customer expectations, contract changes, and scope negotiations
• Build long‑term customer relationships through proactive communication and issue resolution

• Manage program profit and loss, including revenue recognition, cost control, and margin performance
• Monitor earned value, forecasts, and key financial metrics
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, export controls, and regulatory standards
• Support proposal development, scope control activities, change orders, and contract amendments

• Work closely with engineering and production teams to manage technical scope and configuration
• Support simulator integration, test, qualification, and delivery activities
• Ensure program requirements are clearly understood and executed
• Promote quality, safety, and compliance with applicable industry standards

• Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of program risks and opportunities
• Lead corrective action plans for technical, schedule, or supplier issues
• Ensure risk‑related lessons learned are captured and applied to future programs
• Continuous Improvement
• Capture lessons learned across program execution and apply them to future programs
• Support process improvements to increase efficiency and execution performance

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ENTRY – 0 TO 3 Years
MID – 3 TO 7 Years
SENIOR – 7+ Years

• Experience in program or project management within aerospace, defense, or complex technical systems, including hardware, software and related documentation
• Proven experience managing large, multidisciplinary teams and customer‑facing programs
• Strong understanding of cost, schedule, and risk management principles

• Experience with flight simulators, training devices, or avionics systems
• Knowledge of aviation regulatory and qualification processes
• Experience with military or government contracts
• Experience in the management of programs requiring Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools and techniques
• PMP or equivalent program management certification

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey quality requirements, findings, and corrective actions to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Self‑directed with the ability to work independently, while also collaborating effectively across…