Senior Associate Program Manager

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Mason, OH is seeking a Senior Associate Program Manager to lead Integrated Product Teams for IR sensor production, driving programs to meet customer requirements and financial objectives while ensuring mission success.

The role requires a technical bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, or a graduate degree with 0–2 years, or 6+ years of related work in lieu of a degree; strong leadership, communication, budgeting, and the ability to obtain a U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering) required or equivalent
• Graduate Degree in a technical field preferred
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience may apply

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion
• Drive program execution to meet orders, revenue, and profitability goals
• Act as primary IPT leader for assigned programs
• Communicate with diverse audiences effectively
• Travel up to 20% to domestic locations

Skills

IPT leadership

Program management

Communication

Budget & forecasting

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering)

Graduate Degree in a technical field

6+ years of related experience in lieu of a 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: Senior Associate Program Manager

Job Code: 44000

Job Location: Mason, OH - On Site

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

Job Description

Seeking a Program Manager to lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) focused on Infrared (IR) sensor production. This role is responsible for executing programs of substantial importance to the organization. This includes driving program execution to meet customer requirements and achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs.

Essential Functions

• Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion, ensuring timely delivery and mission success
• Drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs
• Act as primary contact and leader for Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) on assigned programs
• Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills across a wide range of technical and non-technical audiences
• Travel up to 20% to domestic locations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree in a technical field with a minimum of 0-2 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience is required.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with earned value management, integrated master schedules, risk management, and formal gate or milestone reviews
• Proven track record managing program budgets, cost account management, and financial forecasting
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
• Experience with domestic and international customer engagements in a regulated defense environment
• Background in missile defense or sensor development programs

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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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