Specialized Recruiting Group - Rochester Hills, Troy, & Clinton Twp, MI

Compensation

Full Description

This position leads program execution for a growing engineering and manufacturing organization. The Director of Program Operations oversees how customer programs move from planning through delivery and provides leadership to a team responsible for schedule, cost, and performance. This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and quality to ensure programs are delivered reliably in a fast paced, hands on environment. What You’ll Do: • Lead multiple programs across different phases of execution • Establish consistent program planning, tracking, and reporting practices • Coach and support program and project managers • Maintain visibility into schedule, cost, and risk • Serve as a senior point of contact for customers and partners • Support forecasting, cost control, and change management • Coordinate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams • Ensure programs meet applicable contractual and regulatory requirements What We’re Looking For: • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field • Five or more years of program or project management experience in engineering or manufacturing • Experience leading cross functional teams • Strong communication and organizational skills • Comfort working with regulated customers • Ability to meet customer and regulatory eligibility requirements Highly Preferred: • PMP or similar certification • Experience managing multiple programs simultaneously • Familiarity with manufacturing operations and quality systems • Background delivering complex hardware or engineered systems