Lead Program Manager
Melbourne, Florida
Job ID 16564L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.
Job Code: 16564
Job Location: Melbourne, FL
Job Description:
Direct all phases of programs from program pursuit through completion. Drive program execution in order to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs. Manage all aspects of the pursuit and proposal process including the development of technical solutions, management solutions, and cost elements. Act as the primary customer contact for program activities and collaborates closely with internal stakeholders to achieve mission success.
Essential Functions:
• Manage cost, schedule and technical performance of project portfolio through all phases of project lifecycle from inception to completion
• Identify new pursuits and opportunities within the DoD and intelligence community
• Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contracts
• Develop relationships with key partners for large system development and integration efforts
• Establish and maintain high-level relationships with senior leaders and government customers
• Coordinate with chief engineer and functional managers to ensure proper resources are available in a timely manner to execute project work
• Establish milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems, and obtains solutions such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications
• Partner with customers and programs to determine needs, requirements, and develops new business opportunities
• Participate in the negotiation of contract and contract changes
• Assist with short and long-term strategic plans and roadmaps to ensure maritime system sustainment
• Interact internally and externally with management and customers on business matters
• Adhere to L3Harris leadership expectations by exemplifying consistent team communication, drive a culture of engagement and inclusion, advocate employee growth and development for the future
Qualifications:
• Must Have an Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
Preferred Additional Skills:
• Program Management experience with the defense and intelligence community
• Experience supporting Cyber related missions or programs
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering-related field of study
• Able to make effective decisions regarding the profitability and achievability of pursuits
• Able to organize and coordinate customer visits, to include participation in appropriate symposiums and trade shows
• Able to develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals
• Experience utilizing Earned Value Management System Principals
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
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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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
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