Director, Defense Programs — Solid Rocket Motors

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Director of Program Management for Solid Rocket Motor programs. This leadership role oversees a portfolio of defense programs, driving execution, cost and schedule performance, and technical outcomes within the Strategic Deterrence Business Unit.

The position emphasizes cross-functional leadership, risk management, and strong customer engagement to support mission-critical programs in a dynamic defense environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of defense programs supporting solid rocket motor production and development efforts.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure program execution, cost, schedule and technical performance objectives are achieved.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful program outcomes.
• Support customer engagement activities and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Identify and mitigate program risks while driving continuous improvement across the portfolio.
• Contribute to strategic planning and future growth initiatives within the Strategic Deterrence Business Unit.
• Lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Director of Program Management for Solid Rocket Motor programs. This leadership role oversees a portfolio of defense programs, driving execution, cost and schedule performance, and technical outcomes within the Strategic Deterrence Business Unit.

The position emphasizes cross-functional leadership, risk management, and strong customer engagement to support mission-critical programs in a dynamic defense environment.