Manager, Program Management

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech, delivering end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

About the role

Manages and leads team members with directing all phases of programs from proposal development through completion. Drives program execution to achieve business and financial objectives for orders, revenue, profit, and cash flow for new and/or existing product lines. Responsible for cost, schedule, and technical performance for designated program areas. Serves as a customer contact for program activities.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supports a team of experienced professionals, ensuring that personal, department, and organizational goals are achieved
• Works under very minimal supervision with responsibility for entire project or process within the job area
• Communicates with contacts within and outside organization (e.g. customers, suppliers, etc.) for execution of the program objectives
• Manages the cost and schedule of programs to ensure financial well-being
• Works alongside financial team for requirements of financial, manpower, and supply chain forecasting, reporting, and variance justification
• Directs and monitors/updates program integrated master schedule (IMS) and overall program plan
• Briefs customer and upper management on all facets of the program
• Coordinates review sessions with internal and external customers for all aspects of assigned Program Management team members
• Facilitates management of program support, production, and supply chain teams to ensure on-time and on-budget deliveries

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior related experience
• Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
• Ability to obtain a US security clearance
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically

Skills

• Experience with various phases and types of DoD contract execution
• Project Management Professional certification, or similar

Schedule

4/10: Employees work 10-hour days, 4 days a week.