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Lead Program Manager

Palm Bay, Florida; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Fort Wayne, Indiana; Rochester, New York

Job ID 20114
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L3Harris 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 the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Code: 20114

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL OR Ft. Wayne, IN OR Rochester, NY OR Colorado Springs, CO

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is looking for an experienced leader, well-versed in project management tools, techniques, and program controls, to lead the day-to-day activities for the program controls team. The successful candidate will also work effectively with the other members of the Program Management Excellence staff, their personnel, and the extended functional areas within the Space & Airborne Systems (SAS) Segment team.

Essential Functions:

• Lead initiatives for the program controls team including guidance and consulting to high profile SAS programs
• Bring projects to closure with minimum direction, guidance, or oversight
• Balance priorities across the segment to ensure programs get needed support
• Manage Integrated Baseline Review (IBR) schedules and provide support to programs
• Manage the segment/sector business rhythms and communication to programs and functions
• EVMS expertise and knowledge of government reporting requirements including IPMDAR, IPMR
• Development of a centralized reporting repository and eNotebook for storage of CAM materials
• Assist program teams with the development of quality, compliant program plans
• Work closely with the Program Planning organization to ensure synchronization of processes and overall resource-leveling
• Lead various continuous improvement (e3) initiatives for the Program Management Excellence team
• Provide support to initiatives as laid out by Sr Director, Program Management Excellence
• Arrange for support to various other IMO, BCP, and SAS initiatives as required by Executive Management
• Travel up to 25%

Qualifications:

• 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
• Ability to obtain Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance
• 2+ years of prior lead/leadership experience
• 2+ years of experience in program controls and/or project management
• Knowledge of scheduling principles and tools
• Ability to lead and develop relationships with geographically dispersed people
• Ability to work independently under limited supervision

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP)
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, across geographically-disbursed teams

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $106,500-$197,500. 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. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and 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.

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.

By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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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