Engineering Program Manager Jobs in Indiana
Engineering Program Manager jobs in Indiana represent an active and growing market, concentrated in advanced manufacturing, defense, automotive technology, and life sciences, with openings at every level from early-career project leads to senior director roles. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend are the primary hiring centers, home to major employers like Cummins, Raytheon, and Eli Lilly that maintain significant program management functions across product development, systems integration, and operational improvement. The most in-demand specialties in Indiana include hardware development program management, cross-functional manufacturing program coordination, and technology infrastructure delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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BAE Systems is looking for a Product Support Program Engineering Manager. The primary focus of the position is focused on the Commercial Engine Systems Products and Programs. Establishes and manages an effective team to support commercial/military aircraft aftermarket programs to meet established cost, schedule and technical requirements. Leads the technical product support activities on proposals. Works with the program manager and relevant support functions on the execution of assigned projects and programs. This position will report to the Engine Systems Market Program Manager with Fort Wayne.
The role will also be responsible to identify Aftermarket Services that will result in Sales and Revenue for BAE Systems. This involve visits to Customers to promote aftermarket services, leading new business capture opportunities and conducting “Request for Bid Approvals” (RBA’s) internal to BAE Systems.
Key Functions of this role:
1. Lead technical interface activities with airline and Maintenance Repair and Overhaul customers to ensure lifecycle technical support from proposal through obsolescence management.
2. Lead technical support inputs for new product proposals to include bid preparation and financial recomendation.
3. Lead new product Entry Into Service projects including Product Support Agreements compliance, new and ongoing customer data and Component Maintenance Manuals development, and customer communication and training.
4. Lead initiatives to grow sales and reduce costs such as: overhaul development; component exchanges; product upgrades and technical insertions; modifications; warranty, loan, and exchange solutions; and intellectual property protection.
5. Lead field reliability reviews and root cause and corrective actions including engineering changes and Air Worthiness Directives, Service Letters, and Service Bulletins development.
6. Represent the business in industry conferences, standards development, working groups, and accident investigations.
7. Ensure compliance to Product Assurance Agreements for fielded products.
8. Support the development of test and repair capability budgets and plans.
9. Support customer Initial Provisioning conferences
10. Support product catalog management including obsolescence forecasting/retirement planning
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 10 + years work to include 8+ years of relevant work experience in the support of commercial aircraft technology.
1. Ability to lead development of reliability solutions such as Engine Control and FADEC overhauls, including developing compelling business cases for customer marketing
2. Ability to lead creation of commercial and military offerings, including compelling business cases for internal resource allocation and proposal approvals
3. Requires demonstrated experience in exercise of discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties
4. Strong communication skills to communicate technical and business information both orally and in writing
5. Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers
6. Strong computer skills
7. Willing and able to travel 10% to support customer and inter-site needs.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Master’s degree in Engineering or Business preferred. PMP Preferred.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $108787 - $184937
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering program manager jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline required
- Five or more years of program or project management experience in an engineering environment
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams and complex technical deliverables
- Proficiency with program management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or similar platforms
- Strong communication skills for engaging with engineering, operations, and executive stakeholders
Engineering Program Manager Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering program manager in Indiana?
Most Indiana employers require a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline such as mechanical, electrical, industrial, or systems engineering, followed by several years of hands-on technical or project leadership experience. Indiana does not issue a state license specific to engineering program managers, but earning a Project Management Professional credential through the Project Management Institute substantially strengthens candidacy. Employers in defense and aerospace sectors may also require security clearance eligibility.
How much do engineering program managers make in Indiana?
Engineering program managers in Indiana earn a median of about $155,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,030 for the lowest 10% to over $214,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire engineering program managers in Indiana?
Indiana engineering program manager roles are posted by BAE Systems USA, AM General, and Rolls-Royce and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Indiana's concentration of defense contractors, automotive suppliers, and life sciences companies means demand stays consistent across both large corporate headquarters and regional manufacturing campuses throughout the state.
Which Indiana cities have the most engineering program manager jobs?
Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, and Indiana account for the largest share of engineering program manager openings in Indiana. Indianapolis anchors the market as the state capital and home to Cummins, Eli Lilly, and a dense cluster of defense and technology firms, while Fort Wayne and South Bend draw postings from automotive suppliers, advanced manufacturing operations, and aerospace contractors with major regional footprints.
Are there remote engineering program manager jobs in Indiana?
Yes, and more than many engineering roles, since program management work is coordination- and communication-heavy rather than hands-on. About 75% of engineering program manager openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting employer flexibility for planning, reporting, and stakeholder management functions. Phases that require on-site presence, such as manufacturing floor reviews or hardware integration milestones, typically anchor the role locally.
How can I get hired as a engineering program manager in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a technical role such as mechanical engineer, systems engineer, or quality engineer into a junior project coordinator or associate program manager position. Large Indiana employers like Cummins and Raytheon regularly hire engineering professionals into structured rotational and leadership development programs that build program management skills on the job. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential and building a portfolio of cross-functional project contributions, even within a current engineering role, accelerates the transition significantly.
Where can I find and apply to engineering program manager jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to engineering program manager jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings across industries including defense, advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and technology. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location preference, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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