Program Manager
Curtiss-Wright
- Location
- US-NC-Shelby
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $130k – $155k/yr
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About this role
Program Manager As a Program Manager you will be responsible for the performance of a program or multiple smaller programs in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures and guidelines. Oversees the coordinates multiple projects within a specific program to ensure alignment with organizational goals and successful execution. Location: Shelby, NC Salary: $130,000 to $155,000 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NC. 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. 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 Develops and manages comprehensive program plans, including project timelines, resource allocation, and budgets. Ensures alignment with organizational strategies and objectives. (20%) Defines, launches, and drives mission-critical strategic and operational initiatives in core programs. Resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways. (20%) Creates a method of change management including ownership of a documentation library, communication plans, process training, etc. (20%) Oversees program management tasks and develops standards and processes for scheduling, administration, and accounting. (20%) Exercises judgment and delegated authority for planning, directing, coordinating, administering, and executing many routine and complex projects/programs. (20%) What You Bring Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills Fosters a collaborative work environment Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Possesses project management, negotiation, transaction structuring internal transaction, and strategic planning skills Who We Are Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures, and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation. To learn more, please visit us at About | Actuation Division | Curtiss-Wright (cw-actuation.com) *Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location. #LI-SS1 No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.