Program ManagerOrlando, FL

Program Manager

Luminar is a global automotive technology company ushering in a new era of vehicle safety and autonomy. For the past decade, Luminar has built an advanced hardware and software / AI platform to enable its more than 50 industry partners, including the majority of global automotive OEMs. From consumer vehicle programs with Volvo Cars and Mercedes-Benz to technology partnerships including NVIDIA and Mobileye, Luminar is poised to be the first automotive technology company to enable next-generation safety and autonomous capabilities for global production vehicles.

Team Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs from initiation to successful launch. This will include directing and managing project work to meet all program requirements and deliverables while interfacing with all levels of internal cross-functional teams on all aspects of planning, scheduling, organizing, directing, monitoring, and controlling the program. The ideal candidate will manage large-scale projects within the automotive, aerospace, or defense sectors, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with stakeholder needs. The Program Manager will act as the primary point of contact for internal teams and customers, driving collaboration and ensuring that program milestones are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large, complex programs from project award to successful product launch, ensuring adherence to the phase / gate process. Drive projects to meet objectives within the set budget and timeline.
• Develop and maintain detailed program schedules, tracking key milestones and deliverables, ensuring on-time project execution.
• Organize and lead cross-functional team meetings, ensuring alignment across engineering, production, sourcing, quality, and other departments. Regularly report program status to senior management, internal teams, and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk assessments, identifying potential issues and executing mitigation strategies to keep the program on track.
• Manage day-to-day communication with key customers. Host customer visits, provide program progress updates, and address concerns as needed. Lead weekly sync meetings with customers to ensure alignment.
• Collaborate with product line management to ensure the product meets technical requirements and validation standards, working closely with technical leads and engineering teams.
• Hold team members accountable for meeting quality standards and delivery timelines.
• Support cost reduction initiatives, working with teams to identify and implement improvements.
• Assist Business Development Managers in exceeding sales targets, securing series production wins, and driving marketing initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Key Competencies

Luminar is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We will make a reasonable accommodation for any qualified applicant with a disability, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation and that the accommodation would not impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please let us know if you believe you require reasonable accommodation, or if you would like assistance to complete an application or to participate in an interview at the company.

At Luminar, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays a base between $145,000.00 and $199,000.00