Development Program Manager

Honeywell Aerospace; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 167,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, 9

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) match, FSAs and HSA

Employee assistance program and ed.ass

Parental leave and 12 paid holidays

Paid time off for vacation, personal &

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in California seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead complex development programs across multiple sites. You will own budgets, schedules, and risk management while coordinating technology development with production and customer requirements.

The role emphasizes EVMS, IMS milestones, and strong cross-functional leadership. The position requires PMP and EVMS certifications, a Bachelor's degree, and the authority to drive program execution.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, or Project Engineering for complex engineering development programs.
• Experience working with Customer Requirements
• EVMS experience on development programs
• Understanding of Cost & Financials (e.g. RDE, spend, forecast, variance)
• IMS and milestone schedule experience
• Risk Management - Identification & Mitigation- Change Mgmt
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field.
• Has authority and accountable for program execution
• PMP certification
• Earned Value Management Certification
• Requirements Management & Fulfillment, Planning/Estimation
• Scheduling including resource-loading critical path analysis
• Lead Cross Functional Collaboration, Communicate & Influence
• Provide guidance & Coaching to peers and team members

Responsibilities

• Overall owner of the program budget, schedule, and risks
• Drive on time execution, milestones and IMS
• Own the EAC and budget following EVMS principles
• Manage the Risk Management process
• Primary communicator to the Customer
• Present programmatic details in leadership reviews
• Lead the integrated program team
• Summarize and drive key issues & actions
• Adhere to the IPDS process
• Execute the Management OS
• Coordinate across multiples sites and functions
• Mentor members of the team

Skills

Program Management

Customer Requirements

PMP certification

Earned Value Management Certification

Risk Management

Cross Functional Collaboration

Scheduling & Critical Path

Guidance & Coaching

IMS milestones

Cost & Financials

Authority & Accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field

Authorized for program execution

Job description

Job Description

Join a team of development program professionals to manage & lead Honeywell Aerospace programs. You will work under minimal supervision of the CBT Program Director, to execute a development program of significant size & complexity to achieve scope, schedule, cost, delivery, and quality requirements while demonstrating mastery of program management skills and thorough understanding of multiple workstreams (of functions and Centers of Excellence). You will lead the execution of a multi-system program that is complex in nature and span several major domestic locations, requiring coordination of technology development and production across locations. You will define, generate & implement program plans.

Responsibilities

• Overall owner of the program budget, schedule, and risks
• Drive on time execution, milestones and IMS
• Own the EAC and budget following EVMS principles
• Manage the Risk Management process
• Primary communicator to the Customer
• Present programmatic details in leadership reviews
• Lead the integrated program team
• Summarize and drive key issues & actions
• Adhere to the IPDS process
• Execute the Management OS
• Coordinate across multiples sites and functions
• Mentor members of the team

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, or Project Engineering for complex engineering development programs.
• Experience working with Customer Requirements
• EVMS experience on development programs
• Understanding of Cost & Financials (ex. RDE, spend, forecast, variance)
• IMS and milestone schedule experience
• Risk Management -Identification & Mitigation- Change Mgmt
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field.
• Has authority and accountable for program execution
• PMP certification
• Earned Value Management Certification
• Requirements Management & Fulfillment, Planning/Estimation
• Scheduling including resource-loading critical path analysis
• Lead Cross Functional Collaboration, Communicate & Influence
• Provide guidance & Coaching to peers and team members

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field.
• Has authority and accountable for program execution
• PMP certification
• Earned Value Management Certification
• Requirements Management & Fulfillment, Planning/Estimation
• Scheduling including resource-loading critical path analysis
• Lead Cross Functional Collaboration, Communicate & Influence
• Provide guidance & Coaching to peers and team members

This position requires Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, which certification of the two will be determined by the level of the position & meeting the minimum experience requirements of the certification. Candidates who do not currently hold the certification required for their position level must obtain the applicable certification within six (6) months of hire. The company will cover the cost of required training, certification, and/or recertification.

The annual base salary range for this position in California is $ 167,000 - $ 202,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell Aerospace considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

"This position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM.) Non-U.S. citizens are not eligible for clearance processing for this role. All applications are reviewed in compliance with national security requirements."

About Us

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

Posting Timeline

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Honeywell Aerospace Products And Services Are Found On Aircraft Across Commercial Aviation, Defense And Space. We Operate Through Three Business Areas

• Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology on board 90% of the world's aircraft
• Engines & Power Systems provides the propulsion, auxiliary power and electrical systems that keep those aircraft flying
• Control Systems supplies the thermal and motion control systems that support takeoff, landing and the safety of everyone on board

With approximately 58,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, we are also advancing systems for autonomous and supersonic platforms - bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com