Bryan Herde

Background

About Bryan Herde

Aerospace Program Manager with 18+ years of experience leading complex programs across engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment operations. I bring hands-on credibility—having worked my way up from the production floor—and strategic oversight to align people, priorities, and performance across multi-site efforts. I lead execution across both long-term government contracts and shorter-duration aerospace projects, with annual program responsibilities totaling approximately $20M. This includes full program lifecycle leadership—from strategic planning and resource management to schedule performance and customer alignment—spanning geographically distributed teams and technical domains. I work closely with cross-functional teams, engineering leads, and customer stakeholders to ensure alignment across technical, schedule, and financial priorities. Known for staying calm in chaos, I focus on clear communication, dependable delivery, and results that hold up under scrutiny. My leadership style is direct, collaborative, and built on decades of experience spanning production, engineering, and portfolio-level program management. Core Strengths: Strategic Program Execution | Government Contracting | Program Lifecycle Management | Engineering Integration | Cross-Functional Leadership | Performance Optimization | RCCA | Lean Thinking | SAP | Catia