Senior Specialist Program Management

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Mason, OH seeks a Senior Specialist Program Manager to lead Integrated Product Teams on IR sensor programs. You will drive all program phases, manage cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality, and coordinate with DoD contracts and stakeholders.

Travel up to 20% is required and security clearance is expected. This role demands strong leadership, excellent communication, and proven program management expertise in defense environments, with on-site responsibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree with at least 4 years; in lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with DoD contracts and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• 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 (orders, revenue, operating income, free cash flow).
• Manage performance in cost, schedule, and technical performance of programs or subsystems.
• Support negotiations of contracts and changes; assist with SOWs, budgets, and terms.
• Lead IPTs and coordinate in reviews; present to leadership on cost, schedule, and performance.
• Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Travel up to 20% to domestic locations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

DoD contracts

Security clearance

PMP certification

Systems engineering

Earned value management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

10+ years experience in lieu of 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 Specialist Program Manager

Job Code: 44101

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:

The Missile Solutions sector of L3Harris is on the hunt for a dynamic and experienced Lead Program Manager to drive high-performing Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) towards success on cutting-edge infrared (IR) sensor development and production programs. In this pivotal role, you will lead cross-functional teams through every phase of the program lifecycle, ensuring flawless execution and strategic management of cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality objectives.

You will have the responsibility of directing all phases of programs from inception through completion, driving program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow. Your expertise will shine as you lead IPTs, manage program budgets, support contract negotiations, and serve as the primary contact for all program stakeholders. You will collaborate with leadership during program review sessions and swiftly resolve any issues that might impact the program's success.

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
• Manage performance in key areas including cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs
• Support negotiation of contracts and contract changes
• Support preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statements of Work (SOW) and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts
• Act as primary contact and leader for Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) on assigned programs
• Lead program review sessions with leadership to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance
• 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:

• Requires strong knowledge of job area. Typically viewed as having a specialty within discipline. May have broad knowledge of project management. Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with DoD contracts
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Active Secret or Top Secret U.S. security clearance
• Experience with IR sensor systems or related technologies in a manufacturing/test environment
• PMP or equivalent program management certification
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes, hardware development lifecycle, manufacturing readiness, and transition to production
• 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
• Experience with domestic and international customer engagements in a regulated defense environment
• Background in missile defense or sensor development programs

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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