Program Manager – Defense Systems

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

. Initiate, orchestrate, review, approve, and submit program proposals on time .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, including proposal development, contract negotiation, and compliance with regulations such as FAR and DFAR. Proven ability to manage budgets, monitor program performance, and build customer relationships in the aerospace and defense sectors.

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Program ManagementContract NegotiationBudget ManagementFAR/DFAR CompliancePMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Proposal DevelopmentBasis of Estimates PreparationRisk ManagementTechnical AnalysisProgram Planning

Soft Skills

Customer Relationship ManagementCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Management Control Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Electronics IndustryCommunications IndustryAerospace IndustryDefense IndustryU.S. DOD

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Initiate, orchestrate, review, approve, and submit program proposals on time
Review and analyze RFPs covering technical, schedule, cost, and contract requirements
Coordinate proposal inputs with other departments
Review and prepare Basis of Estimates for labor and materials
Participate in contract negotiations with contract administration staff and customers
Develop and maintain program plans and budgets covering technical, financial, and schedule aspects
Allocate and reallocate funds as needed
Monitor and manage orders, revenue, profit, and cash
Lead periodic Estimates-at-Complete preparation
Maintain management control systems for program-performance visibility
Define and communicate contract scope and monitor work against funding limits
Initiate corrective action when performance deviates from plans
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, and other specifications and regulations
Identify follow-on business opportunities and recommend actions
Manage risks and opportunities throughout the program lifecycle from proposal through contract closeout
Represent the company with customers and related contractors
Coordinate timely responses to customer queries
Build customer relationships, manage expectations, and identify follow-on opportunities
Communicate program progress and deviations to leaders and functional departments
Request contract amendments or extensions through Contracts staff
Maintain accurate and complete contract and proposal files

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field
Minimum eight (8)+ years’ experience in program management with a concentration in the electronics/communications industry supporting U.S. DOD or foreign military governments
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance in accordance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM)
Aerospace and/or defense industry experience preferred
Experience in Technology Development Programs, manufacturing technical products, and/or RF/Microwave Products preferred
PMP Certification preferred
Experience as a key advisor and managing program(s) that reflect moderate risk and complexity or deputy responsibility for a large complex program preferred
Experience managing program(s) that reflect moderate risk and complexity or deputy responsibility for large complex program(s) preferred
Bachelor's Degree and eleven (11)+ years' experience in a technical, business, or financial discipline with professional level courses in contract administration preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Educational assistance
Parental leave
12 paid holidays
Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
Performance-driven salary
Long-term professional advancement opportunities
Diverse, team-based environment