Lead Program Manager

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Wilmington, MA, seeks a Lead Program Manager to oversee government contracts and manage the development of advanced electro-optical systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in program management, strong communication skills, and the ability to build client relationships. This role requires strategic thinking and a commitment to delivering successful project outcomes while advocating for customers' needs. A range of compensation and benefits is available, including potential security clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• 9 years of related experience, or 7 years with a graduate degree, or 13 years without a degree.
• Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage Government contracts and program execution.
• Drive program execution and meet financial commitments.
• Establish high-level customer relationships.

Skills

Program management

Customer relationship management

Technical knowledge of electro-optical systems

Excellent communication skills

Strategic influencing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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 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 Details

Job Title: Lead Program Manager

Job Code: 33280

Job Location: Wilmington, MA

Job Description

L3Harris Space Systems is seeking a Program Manager for the Agile EO business area. This role is responsible for managing Government contracts, program execution, customer satisfaction, and financial performance. The Program Manager will lead a program to design, develop, build, and demonstrate next-generation electro-optical space payloads. Join our dynamic team to support missions of national significance, including Space Domain Awareness, Missile Warning and Defense, Science and Weather, and Remote Sensing for commercial and Government customers.

Essential Functions

• Management of large, complex programs involving advanced electro-optical technology for space applications that are of significant strategic importance to the business area and nation
• Accountable for the cost, schedule and technical performance of the program through all phases, inception to completion
• Lead the program to meet quarterly and annual financial commitments to the business area
• Drive program execution, proactively identify and support capture management efforts of additional scope to grow the program and support technology investment plans
• Establish and nurture high-level customer relationships, and influence senior leadership to adopt and champion the business area concepts and strategy
• Effectively communicate within the team, upward with internal executive leadership, and externally with the customer to influence stakeholders for business success
• Champion and leverage new technology to establish differentiators that produce impact on business area results
• Contribute to and promote a positive culture and working environment
• Work collaboratively with the functional organizations to ensure that all resources are available and empowered to meet program goals
• Work within a highly dynamic and changing environment and adapt to shifting customer priorities

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 US Government security clearance

Preferred Additional Skills

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance is preferred
• Experience managing projects for space optical applications
• Solid technical background with strong business acumen
• Experience implementing strategies to influence external stakeholders for business advantage
• Knowledge of Government contracting practices and Earned Value Management (EVMS)
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal skills
• Project Manager Professional (PMP) certification
• Proposal management experience
• Experience planning, organizing, and directing work that provides best value solutions to the customer and L3Harris
• Experience using Microsoft Project, and the Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Ability to develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals, even when having no direct authority over them

Compensation and Benefits

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts state is $125,000-$232,000. 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.

The application window for this requisition is anticipated to close April 26, 2026.

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Equal Opportunity and Security

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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