Program Manager

MTS Systems Corporation; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA with company match

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Volunteer program

Job summary

MTS Systems Corporation is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead customer-centric innovation initiatives. You will guide cross-functional teams—engineering, product management, marketing, and sales—to bring ideas to market and manage a portfolio of projects from concept to completion.

The role emphasizes driving schedules, setting milestones, and delivering on time and within budget while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of project or program management or engineering experience.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of customer-driven innovation projects from concept to completion.
• Drive and set project schedules and hold people accountable to execute and hit deadlines.
• Establish clear goals, milestones, and success metrics for each project.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, marketing, and sales.
• Promote continuous improvement to the product development launch process.
• Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders and drive results.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in customer experience and product offerings.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Customer-focused development

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Smart people. Smart ideas. Smart choice. MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies, and the world's top researchers in materials and seismic engineering all rely on our systems to determine product reliability and ensure compliance with quality standards. Check out some of our amazing technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

Job Description

Smart people. Smart ideas. Smart choice. MTS is a leading global supplier of test and simulation systems. Formula 1 teams, leading automotive and aerospace companies, and the world's top researchers in materials and seismic engineering all rely on our systems to determine product reliability and ensure compliance with quality standards. Check out some of our amazing technology here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXOsvWpTHH4

As an ITW company, MTS is part of a Fortune 300 global manufacturing leader with 49,000 employees across 56 countries, offering career development opportunities not just within MTS but across the ITW enterprise.

We're looking for a Program Manager who will lead and drive our customer centric innovation initiatives. This position executes on product opportunities to solve customer pain-points. The position will utilize their technical and program management skills to guide and work cross-functionally with various functions within the organization such as Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and leadership teams to bring ideas to market.

What You'll Do

• Manage a portfolio of customer-driven innovation projects from concept to completion
• Drive and set project schedules and hold people accountable to execute and hit internal and external deadlines
• Establish clear goals, milestones, and success metrics for each project, ensuring alignment with customer needs
• Oversee the execution of innovation programs, coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, marketing, and sales
• Responsible for continuous improvement/process redefinition to ensure an effective, fit-for-purpose product development launch process
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with all stakeholders while assertively driving results of specified initiatives
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the customer experience and product offerings
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and experimentation

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in project or program management or engineering
• Ability to understand customer needs, engage in proactive feedback and recommend solutions
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering projects on time and within budget
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a customer-first mindset
• Background in customer-focused product development or engineering
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Best In Class Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance: http://myitwhr.com/
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income protection benefits
• Industry leading 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Matching gift and volunteer program

Get Involved And Give Back

MTS supports Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that bring people together to share experiences and ideas, and we're committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their talents. Through the ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program, employees also have the chance to give back and support families in our communities.

Compensation Information

$92,000 - $135,000 Annual Salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.