Program Manager

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brightpath associatesFairfax (VT)

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Job title: Program Manager
Location: Huntsville-Decatur-Albertville, ALFull-time
Ideal candidate: Bachelor’s degree. Electrical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent technical/engineering experience.5+ years’ experience in PCB assembly and wire harness manufacturing, quoting, and shop floor coordination (or equivalent combination of experience and education).Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, PCB fabrication/assembly data, BOMs, connector pinouts, and harness drawings. Proven experience preparing quotes and RFQ responses for PCBA and wire harness projects, including cost breakdowns and lead-time estimates. Solid understanding of assembly processes: SMT, through-hole soldering, wave solder, cable crimping, solderless terminals, hand assembly, and harness routing/strain relief. Familiarity with test methods (ICT, functional test, continuity, cable harness verification).Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment with practical exposure to quality documentation, CAPA, NCR, and audits. Strong communication skills for technical interactions with customers, suppliers, and internal team members. Excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects with small-team resources. Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Preferred qualifications: Experience in defense/aerospace manufacturing or working with defense primes (knowledge of DFARS, ITAR, and related flow-downs).Hands-on working experience on the production floor (soldering, rework, harness assembly) to better assess manufacturability. Familiarity with surface mount/through-hole pick-and-place files, Gerber viewers, and PCB quoting tools. Prior small-company or startup manufacturing experience where cross-functional responsibilities and flexibility are required.

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