Ducommun
Program Manager
The Program Manager is responsible for the execution of all aspects of the program to ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with technical and contractual requirements, schedules, and budgets. The Program Manager is the focal point for the company for communications with the customer (internal / external) and is responsible to ensure customer requirements are flowed down to all functional departments.
Who are we?
Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.
Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.
Our Facility in Appleton, WI manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for Aerospace and Defense as well as Industrial and Medical Industries.
Job Summary:
Act as the primary liaison between Ducommun and its customers, managing communication, scorecards, surveys, and leading program reviews.
Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to align internal stakeholders with customer requirements, schedules, and recovery plans
Represent the company in customer and external interactions, ensuring timely updates on cost, quality, and schedule impacts
Oversee contract compliance by reviewing terms, preparing negotiation strategies, and managing customer deliverables
Coordinate with Operations Management on staffing, capital planning, and performance to support program execution
Monitor program financials, including cost, margin, schedule performance, and cash flow forecasting
Track and manage business unit bookings, backlog, sales, receivables, and drive new business capture strategies
Lead proposal efforts for new and follow-on business, including coordinating estimating, schedules, and customer submittals
Support continuous improvement through Lean, Kaizen, and cost-reduction initiatives aligned with customer and company goals
Travel to customer sites approximately 30% of the time
Required Skills and Education:
Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent experience with VP approval)
3–7+ years of experience in aerospace or manufacturing environments
Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage programs through influence and cross-functional collaboration
Excellent verbal and written communication across all organizational levels
Experience in production control, project/program management, or contracts management
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Detail-oriented with a customer service mindset
Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles
Familiarity with MRP systems
Ability to travel up to 30
Preferred Skills and Education
MBA degree
PMP, CAPM, or Contracts Administration certification
Experience managing programs valued at $10–25 million or more
Supervisory experience
Direct involvement with DCAA/DCMA audits
Experience leading proposal teams and managing large-scale bids
Track record of driving process improvements and cost reduction initiatives
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
2222 East Pensar Drive
Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911
United States
The Program Manager is responsible for the execution of all aspects of the program to ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with technical and contractual requirements, schedules, and budgets. The Program Manager is the focal point for the company for communications with the customer (internal / external) and is responsible to ensure customer requirements are flowed down to all functional departments.
Who are we?
Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.
Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.
Our Facility in Appleton, WI manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for Aerospace and Defense as well as Industrial and Medical Industries.
Job Summary:
Act as the primary liaison between Ducommun and its customers, managing communication, scorecards, surveys, and leading program reviews.
Lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to align internal stakeholders with customer requirements, schedules, and recovery plans
Represent the company in customer and external interactions, ensuring timely updates on cost, quality, and schedule impacts
Oversee contract compliance by reviewing terms, preparing negotiation strategies, and managing customer deliverables
Coordinate with Operations Management on staffing, capital planning, and performance to support program execution
Monitor program financials, including cost, margin, schedule performance, and cash flow forecasting
Track and manage business unit bookings, backlog, sales, receivables, and drive new business capture strategies
Lead proposal efforts for new and follow-on business, including coordinating estimating, schedules, and customer submittals
Support continuous improvement through Lean, Kaizen, and cost-reduction initiatives aligned with customer and company goals
Travel to customer sites approximately 30% of the time
Required Skills and Education:
Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent experience with VP approval)
3–7+ years of experience in aerospace or manufacturing environments
Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage programs through influence and cross-functional collaboration
Excellent verbal and written communication across all organizational levels
Experience in production control, project/program management, or contracts management
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Detail-oriented with a customer service mindset
Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles
Familiarity with MRP systems
Ability to travel up to 30
Preferred Skills and Education
MBA degree
PMP, CAPM, or Contracts Administration certification
Experience managing programs valued at $10–25 million or more
Supervisory experience
Direct involvement with DCAA/DCMA audits
Experience leading proposal teams and managing large-scale bids
Track record of driving process improvements and cost reduction initiatives
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
2222 East Pensar Drive
Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911
United States