Senior Program Manager, Space Systems & Govt Contracts

L3Harris International; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 284,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

L3Harris Space Systems in Wilmington, MA seeks a Principal Program Manager for the Agile Electro-Optics (AEO) Business Area. You will manage government contracts end-to-end, driving cost, schedule, and technical performance while delivering a next‑generation electro‑optical space payload.

This role emphasizes customer relationships, program growth, and collaboration across functional teams in a dynamic, security‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; 12+ years of relevant experience, or graduate degree with 10+ years, or 16 years in lieu of degree.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance (current active preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage large, complex electro-optical space programs with strategic importance.
• Own cost, schedule, and technical performance across all phases.
• Lead to meet quarterly and annual financial commitments.
• Grow the program by capturing additional and follow-on scope.
• Establish high-level customer relationships and influence leadership.
• Communicate effectively within team and with customers.
• Champion new technology to differentiate the business area.
• Promote a positive culture and working environment.
• Coordinate with functional groups to ensure resources meet goals.
• Adapt to changing priorities and maintain security readiness.

Skills

Program management

Top Secret clearance (ability to obtai

PMP certification

EVMS knowledge

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

16 years of related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Earned Value Management tools

Job description

L3Harris Space Systems in Wilmington, MA seeks a Principal Program Manager for the Agile Electro-Optics (AEO) Business Area. You will manage government contracts end-to-end, driving cost, schedule, and technical performance while delivering a next‑generation electro‑optical space payload.

This role emphasizes customer relationships, program growth, and collaboration across functional teams in a dynamic, security‑driven environment.