General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.

Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.
Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.
Did you know? We have probably already flown together!
Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.
(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)
  

Reference number

2026-190273  

Job details

Domain

Programs / Customer Relations

Job field / Job profile

Programs - Program manager level 3

Job Family

PROGRAMS / PROGRAM MANAGER LEVEL 3

Job title

Senior Program Manager

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.

Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Senior Program Manager you'll play a pivotal part on our Program Manager team. The Program Manager (PM) is responsible for the overall financial success of a program, by actively managing Engineering Development execution to ensure products and Systems are certified on time to established budgets. The PM is also responsible for the successful transition from Product Development into full-scale Production, by interfacing with and directing Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Contracts, and Aftermarket Support Groups.

This position contributes to our vision by:
The PM is responsible for hitting program targets for Engineering Cost, Product Direct Cost, Weight, and Reliability. The PM is the primary decision maker and scope manager for a program, responsible for directing and communicating all aspects of a program to high level management both internally and to the Customer. The PM is responsible at the individual Product Level and the System Level, with responsibilities across all affected functional areas across multiple development and manufacturing sites, with care given to overall System Integration activities to ensure success at the System level.

The PM is also responsible for a program's long term Strategic Success, and plays a primary role in customer communication for growth opportunities. As such the PM will be involved in Research and Development activities, and be constantly aware of new opportunities on existing and future programs for introducing improved technologies to enhance customer value, stave off the competition, and enhance program financial success.

Requires an experienced and confident leader who demonstrates the capability to manage program cost, schedule and scope performance, to prepare and deliver effective presentations to external and internal stakeholders, to analyze and interpret customer requirements, to plan and monitor team performance effectively and to be a champion for customer satisfaction.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for aircraft interiors.

Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day.
Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world.
Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions.

Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin!

Why join us?

US EEO statements:
At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Cabin TA:
• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!
• Management roles may be eligible for a 15% Cabin Management Bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

The expected salary range for this position is between $121,100 - 190,300 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.

Candidate skills & requirements

Qualifications:
1. Detailed knowledge of Program Management Concepts and Tools including Earned Value Management
2. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks and take initiative
3. Clear written and verbal communication skills in order to flow goals and directives
4. Ability to work through complex Program issues and offer guidance and direction in a positive, solution oriented manner
5. Thorough understanding of negotiation techniques and tactics
6. Ability to interpret, review, and negotiate complex contractual / business agreements
Expert knowledge of all Microsoft Office tools, including Microsoft Project


Acquires an in-depth understanding of all programmatic requirements, and ensures they are clearly defined, communicated, and understood by all program team-members and management
Develops and maintains detailed program plans that identify work scope, schedules, NRE budgets, direct cost budgets, and weight targets
Monitors progress on a regular basis against all critical Program metrics to identify negative trends or risk areas, and takes intelligent proactive actions to recover
Drives a multi-function program team by leading regular team meetings, and ensuring action item lists and integrated schedules are created and maintained to achieve all program objectives.
Coordinates with all functional areas at the appropriate level to ensure program requirements are clearly understood and executed, elevating as necessary to ensure that quality work is accomplished per the program schedule
Establishes regular constructive customer interaction to coordinate business and technical requirements, exchange status, resolve issues or problems and negotiate changes
Proactively manages changes in project scope to protect program schedules and budgets. Submits and manages out-of scope assertions with the customer when required, taking appropriate internal action depending upon contractual requirements and program risk
Identifies and evaluates program risks in all functional areas of program, and develops and drives appropriate mitigation plans to eliminate or reduce the risk to an ac

This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

Annual salary

$121,100 - 190,300 USD

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, California

City (-ies)

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 8 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No

Requesting party

Number of position(s)

1