Principal Product Manager - Tactical Mission

L3Harris Technologies

Melbourne (FL)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading defense technology company is seeking a Principal Product Manager to lead tactical missions. This role involves managing complex projects, ensuring adherence to performance metrics, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have extensive experience in project management and a relevant degree. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are essential. The position is full-time based in Melbourne, Florida, offering a chance to make impactful contributions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience or 10 years with a graduate degree.
Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.
Experience with Earned Value Management preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage key performance indicators of complex technical projects.
Develop and deliver Project Execution and EVM industry best practices.
Execute resource plans for internal R&D and new product introduction.
Serve as EVM focal point between technical, cost, and schedule teams.
Identify problems and secure resolutions including scope updates.

Skills

Earned Value Management

Project management concepts

Risk management

Issues and change management

Stakeholder relationship building

Decision-making influence

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree

16 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

EVM tooling

Job description

Principal Product Manager - Tactical Mission

L3Harris is seeking a Principal Product Manager to lead multi‑functional teams in the execution of Tactical Missions Division New Product Development and New Product Introduction efforts with responsibility for leading portfolios within assigned area. The Product Manager is responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of assigned efforts by leading teams including Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Quality, and others. Product Managers are expected to demonstrate team building, leadership, and communication skills by building relationships of trust with their teams, customers, peers, and leadership as well as effectively communicate with confidence including regular presentations and status updates to leadership. This role aims to foster mutual understanding and elevate proficiency in compliance procedures and best practices thus bolstering overall execution performance.

Job Details

Job Title: Principal Product Manager - Tactical Mission

Job Code: 32003

Job Location: Melbourne, FL

Essential Functions

Responsible for managing and driving key performance indicators of cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements of complex technical projects through the life‑cycle phases of development, new product introduction, and transitioning to production to meet and exceed revenue and profit objectives.
Develop and deliver Project Execution and Earned Value Management (EVM) industry best practices.
Execute resource plan to include internal research and development and new product introduction budgets, key staffing coordination across multiple projects, and capital needs.
Responsible for budget management and financial execution of individual projects and overall portfolio.
Responsible for managing a collaborative work environment with internal stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
Lead program review sessions with senior leadership to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance as well as resource needs.
Serve as the EVM focal point between technical, cost, schedule, and project teams.
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.
Identify problems and obtain solutions such as allocating resources or updating project scope.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience; or graduate degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience; or in lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior relevant experience.
Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills

Strong working knowledge of Earned Value Management and/or project/project management concepts.
Extensive experience with risk, opportunities, issues, and change management.
Ability to obtain a Top Secret or higher clearance.
Experience with international business and trade compliance.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders across various functions.
Ability to influence decision‑making processes by presenting clear, data‑driven recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and new challenges.
Comfortable operating in a “managed chaos” setting with ambiguity and rapid iteration.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward action, taking initiative, and driving toward results.
Self‑motivated, self‑starter who can hit the ground running with minimal oversight.
Able to multi‑task, prioritize, and manage multiple workstreams and deadlines simultaneously.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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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