Senior Program Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

TL;DR

Senior Program Manager (Aerospace & Defense): Leading technical programs from contract award to final delivery in the space and defense sector with an accent on cross-functional coordination and production lifecycle management. Focus on managing complex production programs, overseeing costs and schedules, and mitigating technical risks in highly engineered manufacturing environments.

Location: Onsite in Buffalo, NY

Salary: $115,000–$155,000 Annually

Company

hirify.global is a performance-driven corporation specializing in high-precision control systems and components for the aerospace and defense industries.

What you will do

• Lead technical programs from contract award through final end-item delivery, including support for sales and proposals.
• Manage large cross-functional teams across contracts, procurement, engineering, test, operations, and quality.
• Oversee the entire production lifecycle, from engineering design through qualification and delivery.
• Ensure program plans, schedules, and costs meet both customer and company expectations.
• Manage program costs and technical risks, presenting status updates at monthly Program Management Reviews.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering or Business.
• 5+ years of program/project management experience in aerospace, defense, or highly engineered manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience managing complex production programs with direct responsibility for cost, schedule, and performance.
• Track record of leading cross-functional teams through full-rate production.
• Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information.
• Security Clearance is highly preferred.

Nice to have

• PMP certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Financial rewards including annual profit sharing, matching 401k, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, and parental leave programs.
• Professional development via tuition assistance, mentorship, and leadership programs.
• Inclusive culture with Employee Resource Groups and team-building activities.