Principal, Supply Chain Management

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Opportunity for security clearance

Participation in cutting-edge space programs

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Principal in Supply Chain Management to lead key space programs in Fort Wayne, IN. This role requires significant experience in program management and supply chain strategy, with responsibilities covering technical support, supplier management, and cross-functional leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with at least 12 years in supply chain roles, with a hybrid working model allowing flexibility. Travel is expected for supplier engagement, and the ability to secure a US security clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of related experience, or 10 years with a graduate degree, or 16 years without a degree.
• Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain program management for Missile Defense.
• Track and coordinate all program deliverables and risks.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance metrics.
• Engage in process improvements for supply chain efficiency.
• Travel to supplier facilities expected 40%-50% of the time.

Skills

Supply chain processes

Cross-functional team leadership

Risk management

Supplier relationship management

Technical support for engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience or Graduate degree with 10 years

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Principal, Supply Chain Management

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 Location: Fort Wayne, IN or Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days totaling 80 hours worked and have every other Friday off

This position can be on a hybrid schedule within drivable distance to either Fort Wayne, IN or Palm Bay, FL.

Job Description

Do you have what it takes to lead L3Harris Space Systems programs into the next era of space systems satellite programs? Are you interested in competing and winning new business opportunities related to space? Do you have what it takes to execute a fixed price development program that is literally changing the game in responsive space? If so, L3Harris Space Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager for the Spectral Solutions business to capture and execute space programs.

Overall responsibilities include working with the customer and leading the internal and supplier teams in capturing and executing space programs and/or studies with emphasis on technology development and mission solutions including:

• Responsible for leading supply chain program management in partnership with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to drive execution, alignment with commodity strategies, supply base optimization, and lowest total acquisition cost on a key Missile Defense Program.
• Able to use hands‑on, cross‑functional approaches to identify pain points and drive improvements. Must have the passion, business acumen and experience to drive best‑in‑class supply chain processes and efficiencies
• Work with the assigned functional and program leaders to track and coordinate all program deliverables, highlighting key program risks and putting plans in place to mitigate those risks, providing regular reports/updates on program status, including identification and mitigation of long‑term supply chain risks
• Manage the flow of critical milestones and project requirements including analysis of supplier capacity and capability. Will ensure supplier ability to supply parts with on‑going adjustment of material flow for adequate line fill and inventory optimization
• Provide technical support for DFx (design for all desirable manufacturability, assembly, test attributes) including reviewing engineering changes and assessment of materials/supply chain impact
• Active engagement in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness of product development and supply chain processes
• Manage supplier relationships and supplier performance to achieve program and customer requirements
• Interacts with suppliers to ensure appropriate support and execution of deliverables as well as participate in managing supplier relationships and performance
• Interface and influence a diverse team comprised of L3Harris engineering and supply chain, and supplier teammates
• Interface with program managers of various stakeholder programs
• Develop, drive, and track supply chain management metrics customized to space programs
• Responsible for high‑level relationship management, evolve as recognized thought leader/trusted partner
• Fully understand customer mission gaps, constraints, and objectives
• Effectively communicate the L3Harris value proposition from a technical and programmatic perspective
• Drive long‑term business strategy
• Demonstrate high ethical standards and regard for the L3Harris Code of Conduct
• Ability to travel to supplier facilities (anticipated average of 40%-50%, primarily domestic locations)
• Ability to obtain a US security clearance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience, OR Graduate degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement (w/fixed‑fee, incentive fee or award fee)
• Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products
• Strong verbal and written communication skills