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Director, Program Management

Curtiss-Wright Corporation
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Oct 2025
💰 $225,000/yr($190,000/yr$225,000/yr)

About the role

Director, Program Management Office

Reporting to the Sr. General Manager, this is an ideal opportunity to step into a challenging role directly impacting the security of our nation. As our business continues to -grow, CW is looking for an experienced Director of Program Management who can lead our Program Management Office, support/drive transformational change, and help take the next steps in customer satisfaction, improved delivery performance, and outstanding program performance.

LOCATION: Bethlehem, PA

Salary: $190,000.00 - $225,000.00 plus bonus.

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

BENEFITS:

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *

YOUR CHALLENGE:

As a dynamic and agile Sr Leader, you will provide executive level Program leadership, coordinating cross functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Finance functions  (i.e. Manufacturing, Engineering, Production Planning, Scheduling,  Supply Chain, and the Continuous Improvement team) for US Navy platforms.  This role is critical to assuring EPD develops and executes production and product development plans which meet cost, schedule and technical requirements. In addition to the functions which he/she is directly responsible for, this position requires continuous interaction with external Customers, Suppliers, and senior CW Leadership.

  • PMO Team leadership and development of key personnel

  • Responsible for programs and projects cost, schedule and technical performance

  • Implement best practices and proven processes which drive program performance, operational improvement, productivity and predictability across the business unit. 

  • Create a culture characterized by strong attention to performance, customer satisfaction, quality, safety, and personal accountability

  • Develop critical Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive on-time delivery, world class quality, and business financial performance

  • Coordinates the planning and execution of manufacturing schedules across the entire business

  • Chair the Daily Production Control Center (PCC) Meeting

  • Develop and share daily Productivity Metrics, including required actions to support the program, our customers, our employees and our business unit

  • Present and manage various Progress Trackers related to all major programs and components

  • Manage bottlenecks to drive continuous improvement and decrease lead time

  • Conduct regular program performance reviews with Customers and with CW Executive leadership 

  • Engage appropriate departments and gain stakeholder alignment

  • Develop Recovery Plans to support product delivery schedules

  • Resolve technical, people, and production issues in a manner that streamlines day-to-day operations and effectively addresses the root cause of any problem

  • Ensures the product is manufactured to specifications and procedures under the guidelines of verbatim compliance to work instructions

  • Plans and controls the implementation of new manufacturing technologies and techniques that enhance efficiency and quality

  • Define and implement individual training programs based on the assessment of individual performance

  • Mentor Project Management team in program and project management processes

WHAT YOU BRING:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain security clearances

  • BS degree in Engineering or equivalent mix of working experience/education.  An adva

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