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Johnson Controls International

# Senior Program Manager (hybrid)

Westford-Massachusetts-United States of America Hybrid Full-time Manager or lead $120,000 - $170,000 

Listed on Johnson Controls International’s official careers site. Posted September 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters.

Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward. Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.

### What You Will Do

Johnson Controls is seeking a results-driven Senior Program Manager to join our Fire Detection New Product Introduction (NPI) Program Management Office. This exciting opportunity is based in Westford, MA, offering a hybrid work environment with three days onsite and two days remote each week. This role is ideal for a proven leader who has successfully delivered complex software and hardware products while elevating program management practices, execution rigor, and organizational capability.

This position is based onsite in Westford, MA. Candidates must be commuting distance to the facility, or able to relocate. Various relocation packages are available. How You Will Do It Lead multiple concurrent NPI programs through the full product lifecycle, balancing scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk while ensuring compliance with Johnson Controls' Product Development Process. Drive alignment and execution across global cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Quality, Product Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Training.

Develop and maintain integrated program plans, including schedules, budgets, resource plans, milestones, risks, and mitigation strategies. Manage project and departmental budgets, including planning, forecasting, tracking, and reporting to ensure alignment with business objectives and financial commitments. Lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to improve cost competitiveness, optimize designs, and maximize product value.

Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve program risks, issues, and dependencies. Communicate program status, key metrics, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders. Advance PMO effectiveness through mentoring, best-practice adoption, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance execution predictability and business outcomes. What We Look For Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. 10+ years of experience leading electronic product development and NPI programs within a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated success delivering complex software and hardware products.

Proven ability to lead large-scale, cross-functional programs in global organizations, including management of budgets, forecasts, resource plans, risks, and portfolio reporting. Strong knowledge of Agile and traditional project management methodologies, with proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel and the ability to drive execution through influence, collaboration, and effective stakeholder management. Demonstrated track record of elevating program management maturity through mentoring, process improvement, best-practice implementation, and leadership that enables organizational growth and stronger business outcomes.

Preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Proficiency in Visio, Jira, Confluence, and Power BI. Experience within the fire protection, life safety, or highly regulated industries. ​SALARY RANGE: $120,000 - $170,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance.

This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates.

All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson
- Controls Careers site at [https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us](https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us) #LI-HYBRID Johnson
- Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Sep 30, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 20, 2026
- Listed for: 20 days
- Location: Westford-Massachusetts-United States of America
- Work arrangement: Hybrid
- Employment type: Full-time
- Pay: $120,000 - $170,000[Apply on Johnson Controls International’s careers site →](https://jci.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/JCI/job/Westford-Massachusetts-United-States-of-America/Senior-Program-Manager--hybrid-_WD30280582)

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