Program Manager

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe.Become a part of the "strength within."

Hexcel is currently seeking a Program Manager for our Kent, WA location. Hexcel, Kent's facility specializes in the fabrication of large, structural composite assemblies for flight critical applications. From kit-cut to paint, Hexcel can produce finished FSDA parts up to 50' long. With state-of-the-art NDI to ensure safety, Hexcel delivers complex structures for rotary, fixed-wing, UAV, space, defense, and advanced air mobility.

Ready to shape the future of our programs and play a pivotal role in bringing innovative products to life? As a Program Manager, you will lead crossfunctional teams, partner with customers, and help drive highvisibility initiatives that advance our mission and deliver meaningful value across the business.

This role offers handson ownership, opportunities to influence strategic direction, and visibility with senior leadership. You'll work in a collaborative environment where problemsolving, learning, and continuous improvement are part of the team's DNA.

Summary pay range: $115,842-$198,586 annual salary.

You will lead complex programs from concept through execution, ensuring alignment, clarity, and measurable outcomes. Key responsibilities include:

• Drive program execution by developing integrated plans, managing timelines, and monitoring progress across engineering, operations, quality, and commercial teams.
• Serve as the primary customer liaison, ensuring program expectations, technical issues, and milestones are clearly communicated and resolved.
• Lead change management processes, including evaluation, coordination, and approval of program modifications.
• Analyze program performance, including revenue forecasts, risk identification, mitigation planning, and regular status reporting to leadership.
• Coordinate crossfunctional activities for product qualification, customer interactions, and readiness for production launch.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field; graduate coursework a plus.
• 7-10 years of experience in program management or related roles supporting technical or production-driven environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading crossfunctional initiatives and managing customer communications.
• Ability to interpret financial models, develop program strategies, and create structured project plans.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP/MRP tools.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, developing and producing physical products to tight tolerances. Experience best to include problem solving with cross-functional teams to achieve and improve manufacturing schedules, improve quality and reduce cost.

Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.