Senior GPS/A‑PNT Program Director

L3Harris Technologies; Yorba Linda (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 342,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Yorba Linda, CA, is seeking a Sr Program Chief Engineer/Director for GPS/A-PNT to lead technical strategy across programs and ensure mission success in military applications.

The role requires deep GPS/A-PNT expertise, 15+ years experience, and an active Secret clearance, with responsibilities spanning architecture, planning, and cross‑functional leadership. Travel up to 15% may be required. L3Harris offers extensive benefits and competitive compensation in California.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in GPS/A-PNT, RF navigation, or MGUE.
• 10+ years as Chief Engineer/Architect or Engineering Fellow.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Strong verbal and written skills with customers and stakeholders.
• 10+ years designing GPS A-PNT strategic and tactical plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on GPS and A-PNT engineering expertise for NS programs.
• Establish trust and lead cross-functional teams with leadership capabilities.
• Communicate policies and collaborate with other functions.
• Plan goals with impact on short- and long-term results.
• Manage large, complex programs and initiatives.
• Maintain communication with management and employees.
• Collaborate with other business areas to execute programs and BD.
• Travel up to 15%.

Skills

GPS / A-PNT

Engineering leadership

Stakeholder communication

Strategic planning

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Graduate degree

Tools

MGUE

GPS hardware design

DO-178/DO-254

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in Yorba Linda, CA, is seeking a Sr Program Chief Engineer/Director for GPS/A-PNT to lead technical strategy across programs and ensure mission success in military applications.

The role requires deep GPS/A-PNT expertise, 15+ years experience, and an active Secret clearance, with responsibilities spanning architecture, planning, and cross‑functional leadership. Travel up to 15% may be required. L3Harris offers extensive benefits and competitive compensation in California.