Senior Global Program Manager, International Defense Programs

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, located in Nashville, seeks a Senior Principal Program Manager to lead international Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (cUAS) programs, focusing initially on Middle East customers. You will own program execution, customer satisfaction, and financial performance across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, contracts, and business development.

The role requires coordinating complex defense programs with weapon systems, sensors, communications, software, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of related experience; 13+ years with a graduate degree; or 19+ years with no degree.
• Experience managing defense, aerospace, or national security programs.
• Experience executing international programs (FMS or DCS) and working with integrated weapon systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of international cUAS programs from contract through delivery and sustainment.
• Serve as primary interface for Middle East defense customers and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules, cost forecasts, risk registers, and program execution plans.
• Manage scope, cost, schedule, and technical performance to meet contractual commitments.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Contracts.

Skills

Executive communication

PMP certification

International program management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Program Management, or related discipline

Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

19+ years experience in lieu of a degree

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, located in Nashville, seeks a Senior Principal Program Manager to lead international Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (cUAS) programs, focusing initially on Middle East customers. You will own program execution, customer satisfaction, and financial performance across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, contracts, and business development.

The role requires coordinating complex defense programs with weapon systems, sensors, communications, software, and