Senior Program Manager

Job Title Senior Program Manager Reporting To VP, IDEX Health & Science Program Management Office Location West Henrietta, NY Overview If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses, chances are, we have something special for you. IDEX Materials Science Solutions is a platform business within the IDEX Corporation that brings together a broad set of capabilities and applications experience to help our OEM customers solve high‑precision engineering challenges. It organizes market‑focused teams for Semiconductor, Space & Defense, and Forming, ensuring customers receive coordinated expertise and rapid support across multiple technologies. Why Work for Us Be part of a team driving innovation in advanced materials and thin‑film technologies. Opportunities for professional growth and skill development. Collaborative environment that values entrepreneurial spirit and continuous improvement. Work on cutting‑edge products that make a global impact. Scope of Role The Senior Program Manager is responsible for leading complex, high‑impact projects across MSS, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and delivering results that meet quality, cost, and schedule commitments. The role coordinates and drives the successful on‑time delivery of projects and products within Materials Science Solutions. Acting as the primary leader for cross‑functional, matrixed teams, the individual will oversee projects through a customized product development process, ensuring new product introductions and critical deliverables are achieved for both the business and its customers with a primary focus in the semiconductor industry. Essential Duties Lead large‑scale, cross‑functional projects/programs working closely with key stakeholders, customers, engineers, and operations to drive new critical programs and activities. Independently manage high‑profile, complex projects and direct project‑related customer communications. Drive and coordinate activities for clear execution from proposal coordination through new product development, prototyping delivery to manufacturing readiness as defined in product development/delivery process. Understand and manage risks and opportunities within projects, and work with the team to define mitigation plans to ensure on‑time delivery of key milestones. Occasionally take on management of internal projects to meet organizational needs. Collaborate with other value streams to maintain, improve and implement procedures. Learn, train and educate all functional groups on Product Development Process (PDP) to support agile structured delivery/development process. Create a culture of continuous improvement by establishing strong partnerships and collaborating cross‑functionally (sales, product management, operations). Education and Experience B.S. Degree in business, engineering or science field, or equivalent experience. Minimum 7+ years of related professional experience. Excellent knowledge of project management disciplines and project team dynamics. Demonstrated successful management of complex projects. Knowledge of organizational change management methodologies and principles. Strong knowledge of business areas’ products, strategies and goals. PMI / IPMA / IPMA B registered training. Minimum 5 years of experience in project leadership, including management of complex projects for a minimum of 3 years. Excellent proven analytical, communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to effectively negotiate and facilitate complex problem resolution. Ability to influence others to desired outcomes. Ability to collaborate effectively cross‑functionally. Other Skills and Abilities Experience with optical and semiconductor products preferred. Knowledge of several product development and project management paradigms. Understanding of tools for continuous improvement, lean six sigma principles, operational measures and/or program management. ITAR/EAR Criteria These positions may require lawful access to ITAR/EAR controlled information and employees in this role will need to meet those requirements. Requirements include US Citizenship or US Permanent Resident. Compensation & Benefits Pay range: $99,800–140,000. The position may be eligible for a performance‑based bonus plan and overtime. Comprehensive U.S. benefits: health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, tuition assistance, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: Equal Opportunity IDEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. 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