Senior Program Manager

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 221,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized medical

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace US LLC in Torrance, CA seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex aerospace programs, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and business goals. You will define scope, objectives, and deliverables while coordinating with cross-functional teams to drive execution.

This hybrid role reports to the Program Director and requires US citizenship, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering complex aerospace projects on time and within budget.
• Strong ability to define program scope, allocate resources, manage budgets and mitigate risks.
• Familiarity with program management tools and aerospace industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead aerospace programs to ensure successful execution aligned with goals.
• Define scope, objectives and deliverables with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and implement program plans with timelines and budgets.
• Monitor progress and ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues affecting delivery.
• Coordinate stakeholder communications and provide updates.
• Drive continuous improvement of program management processes.

Skills

Aerospace program management

Scope & budget definition

Risk mitigation

PM tools & methodologies

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in technical field (STEM)

Job description

As a Senior Program Manager here at Honeywell, you will lead and manage complex aerospace programs ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements. You will be responsible for defining program scope, objectives, and deliverables while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful program execution. Your role will include developing and implementing program plans, managing timelines, budgets, and resources, and mitigating risks to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

You will report directly to our Program Director, and you’ll work out of our Torrance, CA location on a hybrid work schedule.

In this role, you will impact the aerospace business by driving operational excellence, fostering innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of critical aerospace programs that enhance flight safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage aerospace programs to ensure successful execution and delivery aligned with customer and business goals
• Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Develop and implement detailed program plans including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Monitor program progress and ensure adherence to schedules and budgets
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues impacting program delivery
• Coordinate communication with stakeholders to provide updates and resolve concerns
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize program management processes

Qualifications

Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements

You Must Have

• Extensive experience in aerospace program management with a proven record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Strong expertise in defining program scope, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation
• Proficiency with program management tools and methodologies tailored to aerospace industry requirements
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace industry standards, regulations, and best practices

We Value

• EVMP Certification in compliance with EIA-748 Standards
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
• Experience managing large-scale aerospace or defense programs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive collaboration
• Adaptability to changing program requirements and business priorities
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement

The annual base salary range for this position is $221,000- $280.000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell 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.

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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/

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.

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.

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As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

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