Sr. Program Manager (relocation available)

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

At CAES by Honeywell, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES by Honeywell.

The most important thing we build is TRUST

Lead Mission-Critical Programs at the Forefront of National Defense

CAES by Honeywell Mission Systems - Lansdale, PA is seeking a dynamic Senior Program Manager to lead complex, customer-focused programs from concept to completion in a cutting-edge DoD-certified manufacturing environment. As a key member of our Program Leadership team, you'll oversee a portfolio of high-visibility projects supporting defense and aerospace customers. You'll serve as the primary interface with clients, guiding cross-functional teams through every phase-from proposal development and contract negotiation to execution, delivery, and review. This role reports directly to the Manager/Director of Programs and offers the opportunity to shape the future of defense technology in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.

You'll be responsible for full lifecycle program ownership, strategic customer engagement, and driving operational excellence across advanced RF, microelectronics, and system integration projects. Your leadership will directly impact mission success, customer satisfaction, and long-term partnerships. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for precision, innovation, and national impact-this is your moment.

CAES by Honeywell Mission Systems - Lansdale, PA is hiring a Senior Program Manager to lead a portfolio of mission-critical programs supporting national defense and aerospace customers. This is a high-visibility leadership role at the intersection of strategy, execution, and customer success.

• Own full program lifecycle from proposal and contract negotiation through execution, delivery, and review

• Define program objectives and strategies aligned with customer requirements and company goals

• Establish executable plans with risk mitigation to exceed targets for orders, revenue, profitability, and cash

• Lead cross-functional teams and IPTs to fulfill contractual obligations with precision and accountability

• Drive customer satisfaction through proactive communication, relationship-building, and issue resolution

• Coordinate internal resources and subcontracts to optimize manpower, materials, and program outcomes

• Conduct regular performance reviews to assess progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions

• Champion continuous improvement by challenging inefficiencies, refining processes, and investing in team development

• Apply financial analysis and trade studies to evaluate investment opportunities and strategic decisions

• A strategic communicator who builds trust through clarity, humility, and conviction

• A natural influencer with strong emotional intelligence and a bias for action

• A hands-on leader who thrives in detail, listens actively, and inspires high-performing teams

• A change agent who encourages innovation, removes obstacles, and drives measurable results

• A savvy decision-maker who balances competing priorities across complex portfolios

• A financially fluent operator who understands the impact of every trade, investment, and margin decision

• A culture builder who fosters open dialogue, accountability, and continuous improvement

Minimum:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline and 5 years' work experience within the DoD industry or a Master's Degree with 3 years' experience
• Experience managing $1M+ US Defense related programs.
• Strong financial acumen associated with proposal pricing, contract negotiations and estimate costs at completion.
• Experience developing and managing program schedules
• Proven ability to build and maintain relevant internal and external relationships, with strong customer rapport and proven customer trust.
• Experience in successfully driving program performance against business and customer goals.
• In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license) as this role requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline and 5+ years' work experience within the DoD industry or a Master's Degree with 3+ years' experience
• Experienced Program Manager on Antennas, Precision Positioners, and/or RF/Microwave programs with the DoD industry.
• Multi-discipline experience in Program Management, Operations Management, Business Development, or Engineering.
• B.S in Engineering.
• PMI Certification.
• Active DoD SECRET clearance.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Salary Range: Program Manager III: $103,218.83 - $154,828.24; Program Manager IV: $118,701.65 - $178,052.48 Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond.

Other benefits include:

• Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.
• Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule
• Tailored Management/Leadership Training
• Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.