Lead, Program Management

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About the role

L3Harris is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead, Program Management to join our Advanced Missile Propulsion & Technologies (AMPT) organization within the Missile Defense and Warheads organization in the Missile Solutions (MSSL) segment. This role is a subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of project management.

Location: Canoga Park, CA (Preferred) or Huntsville, AL

Travel: Up to 15%, including 1 multi-day trip per month

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion, driving execution to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow.
• Oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs.
• Participate in the negotiation of contracts and contract changes.
• Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statement of Work (SOW), specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions.
• Act as the primary customer contact for program activities, leading review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration, and test; expand the product line with the customer.
• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules; identify program problems and obtain solutions, such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas.
• Improve upon existing processes or establish new systems using significant conceptualizing, reasoning, and interpretation; develop or champion new concepts or technologies.
• Analyze complex problems to understand root causes and recommend solutions.
• Recommend tactics and strategies that directly impact overall business or functional results; influence others to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches.
• Conduct briefings to senior leaders and customers; serve as an internal expert and thought leader in area of expertise.
• Manage large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance involving cross-functional teams; establish educational and training goals for area of expertise.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees; recommend new products, processes, policies, standards, or operating plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and a minimum of 9 years of prior Program Management experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior Program Management experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior Program Management experience.

Preferred Skills

• Strong problem-solving and innovation skills, with the ability to gather comprehensive information, analyze issues, and develop creative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers and vendors.
• Mastery-level knowledge within Program Management; viewed as an expert/resource by peers inside and outside the organization.
• Experience managing large, complex project initiatives with minimal oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate within and outside the organization to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures.
• Proven ability to make significant improvements in processes, systems, or products.
• Formal training in Project Management, with PMP certification.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts.
• Experience in all phases of project and program management, from proposal and negotiations through contract award, execution, and closeout.
• Experience in an Integrated Project Team (IPT) leadership role.
• Aerospace or defense development experience.
• Experience with liquid, solid, or cold gas propulsion systems.
• Experience with warheads or other energetic systems.

Pay

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the State of California is $127,500 - $236,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Schedule

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.