Lead, Program Management

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Herndon, VA is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead the SBS II program under the FAA's Air Transportation System Initiative. This role covers extensive technology and security advancements under a major follow-on contract, overseeing projects from inception through completion.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage cost, schedule, and technical performance, and communicate with customers and senior management to ensure on-time delivery and program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience; or Graduate Degree with 7+ years; in lieu of a degree, 13+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead SBS II program from baseline planning to closeout, aligning with objectives and financial targets.
• Drive program execution for orders, revenue, operating income, and cash flow.
• Lead program review sessions and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Ensure resources including engineering, manpower, tools, and facilities are available.
• Direct multi-disciplinary teams to meet milestones and optimize performance.
• Oversee contract negotiation, proposals, SOWs, budgets, and terms.
• Communicate status and opportunities to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Program management

EVMS

CAM

Leadership

Customer relations

Proposal development

FAA program experience

Public trust clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree + 9+ years experience

Graduate Degree + 7+ years

13+ years experience in lieu of degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing 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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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 Title: Lead, Program Management

Job Code: 42699

Job Location: Herndon, VA

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Program Manager to lead the SBS II program, a pivotal initiative within the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration's Air Transportation System Initiative. This role offers the unique opportunity to oversee extensive technology and security advancements under a major follow-on contract. As the Program Manager, you will manage multiple SBS II projects supporting enhancements to our system, ensuring the program's success from inception through to completion.

Essential Functions:

• Support all phases of the SBS II program from initial baseline planning, monthly EVM reporting, rolling-wave updates, and project close out, ensuring alignment with project objectives and delivering key business and financial targets.
• Drive program execution to achieve critical outcomes related to order fulfillment, revenue recognition, operating income, and cash flow for new and continuing programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact leading program review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance, while fostering and maintaining robust customer relationships.
• Ensure the availability of essential resources, including engineering, manpower, tools, and facilities, to support program objectives.
• Direct the work of employees across technical, manufacturing, and administrative functions to facilitate seamless execution and adherence to milestones.
• Identify program challenges and implement innovative solutions to maintain project trajectory.
• Oversee the negotiation of contracts and coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, Statement of Work (SOW), operating budgets, and financial terms.
• Manage program cost, schedule, and technical performance, ensuring compliance with L3Harris standards and customer requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, influencing practices and strategies to enhance program performance.
• Conduct leadership briefings on project status and new business opportunities.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and training to other program teams.
• Implement strategic goals established by leadership, contributing to operational plans with a measurable impact on results.
• Introduce significant improvements to processes, systems, solutions, or products to enhance performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience, or Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, necessitating U.S. Citizenship.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Extensive experience in a program team environment managing government contract types such as cost-plus, fixed price, and time and materials.
• Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities with a proven ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Proficiency in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and Control Account Management (CAM).
• Experience with FAA programs, particularly in a Program Manager or Project Engineer role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Air Traffic Control Operations/Systems, flight management systems, and avionics.
• Expertise in managing engineering services contracts and effective scope control.
• Strong relationship-building skills with customers, suppliers, and senior management.
• Experience in proposal development for mid-sized programs with diverse technologies.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $127,500 - $236,500. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $110,500 - $205,500. 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

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.

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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