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The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Ursa Major's Solid Rocket Motor manufacturing team is growing; we are seeking a Staff Program Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing of solid rocket motors through complete product lifecycles.
Role Overview
The Staff Program Manufacturing Engineer is the primary manufacturing owner for one or more solid rocket motor programs, responsible for driving the product from development through full-rate production. This role serves as the key interface between Manufacturing, Design/Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations to ensure robust, producible designs and efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Own manufacturing engineering responsibility for assigned solid rocket motor programs across the full lifecycle: development, qualification, low-rate initial production, and full-rate production.
- Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles early in the design cycle.
- Ensure process capability and yield targets.
- Responsible for Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRRs), line set-up, tooling readiness, and operator training.
- Identify manufacturing risks and opportunities; develop and track mitigation plans and improvement projects.
- Maintain close communication with development and process engineers across multiple areas including propellant processing, case preparation, liner application, casting, cure, assembly, and integration operations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- 7+ years' experience in manufacturing engineering within aerospace, defense, or a similar highly regulated industry.
- Experience with DFM/DFA methodologies and manufacturing readiness activities.
- Demonstrated experience taking hardware from development/prototype builds into stable, repeatable production.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with solid rocket motors, energetic materials, or propulsion systems.
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
- Active or obtainable security clearance (if required by program).
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $129,600 - $162,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Ursa Major's Solid Rocket Motor manufacturing team is growing; we are seeking a Staff Program Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing of solid rocket motors through complete product lifecycles.
Role Overview
The Staff Program Manufacturing Engineer is the primary manufacturing owner for one or more solid rocket motor programs, responsible for driving the product from development through full-rate production. This role serves as the key interface between Manufacturing, Design/Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations to ensure robust, producible designs and efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Own manufacturing engineering responsibility for assigned solid rocket motor programs across the full lifecycle: development, qualification, low-rate initial production, and full-rate production.
- Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles early in the design cycle.
- Ensure process capability and yield targets.
- Responsible for Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRRs), line set-up, tooling readiness, and operator training.
- Identify manufacturing risks and opportunities; develop and track mitigation plans and improvement projects.
- Maintain close communication with development and process engineers across multiple areas including propellant processing, case preparation, liner application, casting, cure, assembly, and integration operations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- 7+ years' experience in manufacturing engineering within aerospace, defense, or a similar highly regulated industry.
- Experience with DFM/DFA methodologies and manufacturing readiness activities.
- Demonstrated experience taking hardware from development/prototype builds into stable, repeatable production.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with solid rocket motors, energetic materials, or propulsion systems.
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
- Active or obtainable security clearance (if required by program).
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $129,600 - $162,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin55
- Tesla16
- Niagara Bottling7
- ELITE5
- Amazon5
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing program manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field
- 5 or more years of program or project management experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with phase-gate or new product introduction processes
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred
- Experience managing cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, and quality
- Familiarity with ERP systems and program scheduling tools such as MS Project
Tips for Your Manufacturing Program Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to NPI phases
Manufacturing program managers are often hired to own a specific product development phase. Restructure your resume to show which phases you've led, from concept and tooling qualification through production ramp, so hiring managers can immediately match your experience to their gap.
Quantify schedule and cost outcomes
Generic program manager resumes list responsibilities. Yours should show results: programs delivered on time against a gate schedule, cost variances recovered, and yield improvements driven during launch. If you managed cross-site builds, say how many sites and regions were involved.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists manufacturing program manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by manufacturing sector
Program manager scope differs sharply between aerospace, medical devices, and high-volume consumer electronics. Target postings in your sector first, since your tooling qualifications, regulatory familiarity, and supplier base are specific assets that matter most within your domain.
Prepare for a gate review simulation
Many interviews for this role include a scenario where you walk through a phase-gate review or recovery plan for a delayed program. Practice narrating your decision logic, not just the outcome, because interviewers want to see how you escalate risks and realign cross-functional teams under pressure.
Negotiate scope alongside total compensation
Before accepting an offer, clarify the program portfolio size, number of direct or dotted-line reports, and capital authority you'll carry. These define your day-to-day leverage and your next role's title expectations far more than the job title on the offer letter alone.
Manufacturing Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most manufacturing program managers?
Lockheed Martin, Tesla, and Niagara Bottling are hiring the most manufacturing program managers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturers tend to post the highest volumes of these roles consistently.
How many manufacturing program manager jobs are remote?
About 44% of manufacturing program manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most manufacturing environments. Sub-roles focused on program reporting, supplier coordination, or systems integration tend to offer the most schedule flexibility, while roles tied to production floor oversight remain largely on-site.
How do you become a manufacturing program manager?
Start with a technical degree in engineering or a related field and build early experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in a project coordinator or engineer role. Develop fluency in phase-gate processes, cross-functional team leadership, and schedule management. Earning a PMP certification strengthens your candidacy. Progress by owning increasingly complex programs with larger budgets and more suppliers before moving into a full program manager title.
Can you get a manufacturing program manager job with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to position yourself strategically. Target associate or junior program manager roles at smaller manufacturers where you can own a full program sooner. Highlight any project coordination work, engineering ownership, or supplier interface experience from earlier roles. Demonstrating fluency with gate reviews, risk registers, and cross-functional communication closes the gap faster than title alone.
What does the manufacturing program manager interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a technical interview with an engineering or operations leader covering your program methodology and tool experience. A cross-functional panel then evaluates how you manage competing priorities across teams. Final rounds often include a case study or scenario exercise where you walk through a program recovery or launch risk response in real time.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing program manager jobs?
You can find and apply to manufacturing program manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search for roles that match your sector, experience level, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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