Manny Barrera

About Manny Barrera

I am a Program Manager in the aerospace and defense industry with a background leading complex, customer-facing programs from contract award through delivery and entry into service. I specialize in cross-functional leadership, program execution, and managing cost, schedule, and risk in highly regulated environments.My experience spans defense and special missions programs, new aircraft contracts, and production coordination, where I have served as the primary point of accountability between customers, engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams. I am known for bringing structure to ambiguity, maintaining strong customer relationships, and driving programs forward while balancing technical, financial, and operational priorities.I hold an MBA with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and Innovation and bring a practical, execution-focused leadership style rooted in accountability, communication, and results.

Experience

1. Program Manager

   Bombardier

   Jan 2025 — Present · Wichita, KS, US

   Managed complex programs at Bombardier, ensuring compliance with financial and scheduling targets. • Led a cross-functional team to enhance customer satisfaction and program efficiency. • Implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in a 20% improvement in project delivery timelines. • Fostered collaboration across departments, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Education

• Wichita State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Entrepreneurship/Innovation

  2018 — 2020

• Wichita State University

  Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2013 — 2018