Program Manager

Job overview

The Program Manager role is an onsite position in Irvine, California, with a salary range of $80,000–$140,000 per year and travel up to 15%. Canopy Aerospace & Defense develops advanced materials and components for space, defense, and maritime systems. The manager connects the Program Management Office with Production to coordinate complex aerospace and defense programs from development through delivery. By aligning teams, resolving bottlenecks, managing risks, and maintaining accurate program data, the role supports technical milestones and on-time delivery.

What you'll do

• Align engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
• resolve execution bottlenecks
• expedite shop-floor work
• coordinate recovery dates and production schedules
• assess and mitigate risks
• track milestones, budgets, and resources
• maintain ERP data and customer portals
• prepare dashboards, KPIs, and customer reports
• travel to customer, test, and partner sites as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

program manager

aerospace and defense

advanced materials

thermal protection systems

program execution

production planning

erp systems

irvine ca

canopy a&d

$80k–$140k

up to 15% travel

medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) company match, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays, and discretionary bonuses are listed.

Why this role

Travel up to 15%. The posting lists company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) company match, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays, and discretionary bonuses.

About the employer

Canopy A&D is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.