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Aerospace Transparencies Program Manager – Hybrid

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Ppg
A global leader in coatings and specialty materials, providing innovative solutions to industries.
Manage aerospace transparency programs from concept to production
2d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Huntsville, AL
Hybrid
Company Size
47,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Coatings
Paints
Specialty Products
Industrial Solutions
Performance Coatings
Automotive Refinish
Architectural Coatings
Aerospace Coatings
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Automotive OEM
Automotive Refinish
Industrial Coatings
Packaging Coatings
Protective & Marine Coatings
Civil Infrastructure
Offshore
Role
What you would be doing
risk management
program planning
budgeting
compliance
team coordination
customer interface
  • Risk Management: Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies to put program(s) back to agreed upon schedule, cost, and quality.
  • Reporting: Prepare and present regular program status reports, including financial performance, schedule adherence, and risk assessments to senior management.
  • Develops and builds project budgets and acquires funding approval for capital funds required.
  • Compliance and Quality: Ensure all aerospace transparencies comply with relevant customer requirements, industry standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, MIL-STD) and internal quality requirements.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborates and drives engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, R&D and procurement teams to ensure seamless program execution. Responsible for constructing integrated project teams (IPT) as required.
  • Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements and best practices in program management and aerospace transparency manufacturing.
  • Customer Interface: Maintain customer communications in all programmatic aspects from gate 2 through gate 7. Collaborate with stakeholders to gain support for program execution. Has the authority to negotiate technical changes with the customer(s). Supports the commercial teams at gates 0 -1 and on contract related items throughout the PLM of a program.
  • Manages ancillary program activities such as NRE efforts, etc., touching all aspects of the value stream. Provides a development part forecast to S&OP Demand teams.
  • Project Planning: Develop detailed program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations. Monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed. Lead and run program(s) gates with overarching authority to approve or fail gates.
  • Program Management: Lead and manage all aspects of programs at various stages of the PLM process. Drive programs from concept and qualification (Gates 2-5) through production and sunset (Gates 5-7) ensuring alignment with customer requirements and company goals. Empowered to be strategic and tactical with an objective to deliver the agreed upon program(s) budget.
  • Support the technical and financial review for program activities as well as supporting proposal generation.
  • Ensures completion/updates of product design, tooling, EMD/LRIP/FRP product and process documentation (BOO/BOMs), etc.
What you bring
bachelor's
aerospace
transparency
5+ years
program mgmt
pmp
  • Bachelor’s degree or greater in engineering field is required.
  • Aerospace specific industry experience is preferred.
  • Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply
  • Strong knowledge of aerospace transparency materials (e.g., acrylics, polycarbonates, glass), manufacturing processes, and testing methods.
  • Minimum of Five (5) years of program management or engineering experience in aerospace or defense industries, with specific experience in transparencies or related components.
  • Travel 10% - may include international travel.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification strongly preferred
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • only u.s. citizens, green card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1883
Historical Milestone
This reflects the company's long-standing presence and contributions to the industry over more than a century.
  • A global leader in coatings and specialty materials.
  • A history of innovation has enabled the development of cutting-edge products for diverse industries worldwide.
  • Serves multiple sectors, including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and consumer goods.
  • Strong presence in more than 70 countries with a vast portfolio of products and services.
  • Provides high-performance coatings to help businesses protect and beautify their assets.
  • Products are used across industries ranging from automotive to marine and construction.
  • Research and development efforts focus on creating sustainable and durable solutions.
  • Expanded market position through strategic acquisitions in recent years.
  • Recognized as a leader in materials science and coatings technology.
Culture + Values
  • Operate safe and healthful workplaces by trusting and rewarding employees.
  • Cultivate a sense of belonging and harness diversity to drive innovation.
  • Conduct business ethically and compliantly.
  • Minimize environmental impact through operations.
  • Deliver innovative products and solutions to maximize customer asset performance.
  • Create mutual value through partnerships with suppliers and customers.
  • Deliver positive change in the communities where operations occur.
  • Partner with customers to create mutual value.
  • Unite as a global team to represent 'One PPG'.
  • Trust employees daily in every aspect of work.
  • Strive for continuous improvement to achieve better outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
50% by 2030
GHG Emissions Reduction Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
30% by 2030
Scope 3 GHG Emissions Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
41%
Sustainably Advantaged Products
Percentage of sales from sustainably advantaged products in 2024.
48%
Process Waste Management
Percentage of process waste reused, recycled, or recovered in 2024.
  • Committed to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
  • Committed to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
  • 6% reduction in scope 3 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
  • 18% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
  • 28% reduction in water intensity at priority sites in water-stressed areas in 2024
  • 98% of key suppliers assessed against sustainability and social responsibility criteria in 2024
  • Completed on-site solar installation in Caivano, Italy reducing ~390 metric tons CO₂ annually
  • Joined Make it Zero initiative in April 2025 to reduce scope 3 emissions in DIY sector
Inclusion & Diversity
Over 8,600 members
Employee Networks Growth
Eight Employee Resource Networks expanded to over 8,600 members across more than 60 countries in 2023.
32% Female Representation
Global Workforce Diversity
In 2023, 32% of non-frontline, global female professionals were represented in the workforce.
42% Participation Goal
Program Growth
The company aims for 42% global participation in Employee Resource Networks and DE&I programs by 2025.
9,809 Trained
DE&I Training
Since 2020, 9,809 people managers and employees have participated in allyship, inclusion, and DE&I hiring training.
  • DE&I learning journeys launched globally for all employees and leaders since 2020
  • Over 24,000 participants attended ERN events and DE&I learning experiences in 2023
  • Increased non-frontline U.S. headcount since 2021: Black +42%, Latino +44%, Asian +26%
  • 35 DE&I Listen & Learn sessions held in 2023 with more than 2,100 employees participating
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