Program Manager — Environmental Control & Power Systems (Aerospace & Defense)

Positions located in Glendale AZ and Baton Rouge LA

Bascom Hunter is a technology-focused engineering company based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, delivering advanced systems and components for Aerospace & Defense (A&D) applications. We specialize in environmental control systems, power management solutions, and integrated electronics for mission-critical operations. Our customers rely on us for precision-engineered, rugged, and reliable systems designed to perform in the most demanding environments. At Bascom Hunter, we combine technical excellence with hands-on innovation in a collaborative, small-team atmosphere.

Position Overview

Bascom Hunter is seeking experienced Program Managers to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex environmental control and power system programs for Aerospace & Defense customers. This role is on-site and is a critical leadership position within our engineering and operations teams.

The ideal candidates will bring strong project management and customer relationship skills, backed by a technical background in mechanical engineering, with a focus on power systems, rotating machinery, or thermal management technologies. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge programs with direct impact on national security and aerospace innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary program lead for multiple concurrent Aerospace & Defense projects, managing cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk.
• Act as the key liaison between customers, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication of requirements, expectations, and progress.
• Oversee program scope definition, requirements development, project planning, resource allocation, and performance tracking.
• Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and manufacturing specialists in the design, integration, and qualification of environmental control and power systems.
• Drive program reviews, risk management, and mitigation planning throughout the entire program lifecycle.
• Manage technical baselines, customer deliverables, and contract compliance in accordance with DoD and industry standards.
• Support proposal development, cost estimating, and contract negotiation for new opportunities.
• Mentor junior engineers and project leads, fostering a culture of technical rigor and operational excellence.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in engineering, program management, or technical leadership roles within Aerospace, Defense, or industrial systems markets.
• Demonstrated success managing complex technical programs with power systems, rotating machinery (fans, blowers, pumps, turbines, or compressors), or thermal management components.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems, fluid dynamics, and thermal management.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills with a proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams.
• U.S. Citizenship required (due to DoD contract requirements).
• Position is 100% on-site.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent.
• Experience with military standards (MIL-STD), AS9100 quality systems, and environmental/operational qualification programs.
• Familiarity with program financials, Earned Value Management (EVM), or government contract management.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Lead high-visibility, mission-critical programs in support of Aerospace & Defense customers.
• Work with a technically skilled, agile team in a collaborative, hands-on environment.
• Contribute to programs at the intersection of mechanical engineering, power systems, and national defense technology.
  
  

All positions at Bascom Hunter are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

Bascom Hunter is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability/veteran, status as a protected veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.