Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager

Location: Patterson, NY

Schedule: On-site, Monday - Friday (8am - 5pm)

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Program Manager to join our team in the aerospace and defense industry. This role involves supporting the development and execution of various programs, working closely with engineering and sales departments, and ensuring that all program components are aligned with our strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and review of the Statement of Work for potential programs.

• Support engineering and sales departments in costing and resource allocation for potential programs.

• Confirm and manage the Bill of Materials and schedules for assigned programs.

• Monitor vendor activity to support assigned programs.

• Act as a liaison with engineering to ensure accurate Bill of Materials and resources for assigned programs.

• Monitor and enforce schedules for assigned programs.

• Prepare and deliver presentations for customer meetings associated with assigned programs.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in program management and project management.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Project and Excel.

• Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office Applications.

• Experience in Microsoft Project.

• Knowledge of QuickBooks is preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment is a manufacturing setting within a small to mid-size company, with an engineering team of 8 employees. The dress code is business casual, and the working hours are from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Our organization boasts a strong company culture with low attrition rates, providing an exciting opportunity for growth and development. Employees enjoy holidays and one week of paid time off. The role offers the chance to work closely with customers, attend meetings, and oversee products throughout the manufacturing process, requiring the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Patterson, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.07/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Patterson,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.