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Specialist, Program Management 1

Greenville, Texas

Job ID 18579
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Job Title: Spec, Program Management

Job Code: 18579

Job Location:Greenville, TX

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking to fill a Program Manager Non-Supervisory Position within the Reconnaissance Business Area.  The Program Management Specialist will provide leadership and guidance with bids, proposals, and all aspects of the execution of awarded USAF Big Safari -135 aircraft contracts.  This position will be responsible for sustaining Program Management processes and approaches with Programmed Depot Maintenance and Modification, Installation, Test & Data efforts across -135 airborne platforms and directs all phases of programs from inception through completion.

Essential Function:

  • Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of assigned programs or subsystems of major programs.
  • Coordinates and provides guidance in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract. 
  • Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. 
  • Acts as primary customer contact for program activities; leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. 
  • Fulfills customer needs to ensure their satisfaction and continued business. 
  • Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. 
  • Establishes program plans, milestones, and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules. 
  • Develops control systems and reports that accurately measure progress, identifies program problems, and obtains solutions such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. 
  • Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, production and administrative areas. 
  • Ensures the meeting of company's contract commitments.
  • Sets the highest ethical standards for self and others. 
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret procedures and requests.
  • Ability to manage multiple and competing deadlines.
  • Advanced communication skills; both oral and written.  
  • Customer focus and teamwork orientation.
  • Leadership skills and ability to drive change.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Business Administration, Engineering or related discipline and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • 4-7 years of aviation experience.
  • Knowledge of Big Safari -135 program.
  • Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Knowledgeable of proposal development process.
  • Experience with integrated program scheduling, risk management, subcontracts, and EVMS.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
  • Strong organizational skills. 
  • Strong technical aptitude.
  • Strong aeronautical engineering background.
  • Excellent editing, proofreading, and writing skills, with the ability to write persuasive proposal text.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional meetings.
  • High level of attention to detail is essential.
  • Ability to prioritize workload, have a strong team player attitude, ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and work extended hours during major proposal deadlines.
  • Analytical skills and an ability to filter and distill information to the appropriate audience.
  • Flexibility in working with others at all levels of the organization that participates in the bid and proposal process and the execution of contracts. 

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Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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