L3Harris Technologies

Lead Program Manager

L3Harris Technologies

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Huntsville • Alabama • United States

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Direct all phases of advanced booster programs from inception through completion
  • Drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives including orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow
  • Maintain responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical performance of advanced booster programs or subsystems
  • Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules
  • Identify program problems and obtain solutions
  • Act as primary customer contact for program activities
  • Lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance
  • Participate in negotiation of contracts and contract changes
  • Expand the advanced booster product line with customers
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to gain cooperation on operational processes
  • Coordinate preparation of proposals, business plans, and performance Statements of Work (SOW)
  • Develop specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts
  • Provide technical direction ensuring alignment with program objectives and customer requirements
  • Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees
  • Manage complex projects involving delegation of work and review of work products
  • Lead cross-functional teams across technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 9 years of relevant program management experience, Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of related program management experience, or 13 years of prior related program management experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 2+ years experience with the Earned Value Management (EVM).
  • 1+ years experience with proposals.
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) certification.
  • Demonstrated managerial level of leadership.
  • Experience with DoD contract execution.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex defense programs or subsystems.
  • Proven track record of successful program execution meeting cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.
  • Experience serving as primary customer interface for program activities.
  • Background in contract negotiation and management.
  • Experience with proposal development and business planning.
  • Strong knowledge of program management principles and practices.
  • Understanding of defense acquisition processes and regulations.
  • Proficiency in financial management including budgeting, revenue recognition, and cash flow management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence across organizational boundaries.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
  • Up to 20% business travel to other L3Harris and customer sites
  • Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
program managementEarned Value Managementcontract negotiationfinancial managementbudgetingrevenue recognitioncash flow managementproposal developmentbusiness planningtechnical performance
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationinterpersonal skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solvinginfluencecoachingtrainingdelegationadaptability
Certifications
Project Management Institute certification