Senior Specialist, Program Management

L3Harris; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Senior Specialist, Program Management to lead the Mission Networks Managed Services Division FTI program. The role focuses on program operations, customer satisfaction, and financial performance in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage cost, schedule, and technical performance using Earned Value Management, and collaborate with customers and vendors to achieve strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, or Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, necessitating U.S. Citizenship.
• Proven experience in cross-functional, collaborative environments
• In-depth knowledge of the Federal Government budget and authorization process
• Familiarity with FAA, Department of Defense, and/or US Intelligence Community Programs
• Direct experience in customer interactions to define mission needs and translate requirements
• Exceptional ability to prioritize tasks and manage a dynamic workload
• Strong presentation skills, capable of conveying findings to diverse audiences
• Experience in managing multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines
• Analytical thinker with the ability to provide in-depth analysis and recommendations
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with excellent collaboration and influence skills
• Strong business acumen and written communication skills
• Expertise in forecasting, investment strategy, standard estimating, budgeting practices, capture planning, and proposal development

Responsibilities

• Drive Vision: spearhead program areas including expansion initiatives, performance execution, subcontractor relations, resource planning, and business pursuits
• Strategize for Success: develop and implement strategies to influence program direction, ensuring program and business triumphs
• Collaborate and Communicate: engage with customers, management, and cross-functional teams to drive program success; communicate with external parties such as customers and vendors
• Innovate and Solve: tackle complex problems with innovative solutions and make improvements to systems and processes
• Manage Projects: oversee large projects or processes; provide guidance and coaching to others; review work products for quality
• Drive Business Objectives: identify and seize new opportunities by understanding customer needs; manage cost, schedule, and technical performance; employ EV management

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Program management

Customer interactions

Prioritization & time management

Presentation skills

Multi-project management

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Forecasting & budgeting

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate 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 Management

Job Code: 47586

Job Location: Melbourne, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic and highly visible program? The Mission Networks Managed Services Division FTI Program is seeking a Program Manager to drive success in program operations, customer satisfaction, and financial performance. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Essential Functions:

• Drive Vision: Spearhead various program areas including expansion initiatives, performance execution, subcontractor relations, resource planning, and business pursuits

• Strategize for Success: Develop and implement strategies to influence program direction, ensuring both program and business triumphs

• Collaborate and Communicate: Engage directly with customers, management, and cross-functional teams to drive program success; Communicate within and outside of your function or business area, including external parties such as customers and vendors

• Innovate and Solve: Tackle complex problems with innovative solutions, considering variables that impact multiple areas of our organization; Make moderate to substantial improvements to systems and processes to enhance performance

• Manage Projects: Oversee large projects or processes, both inside and outside your immediate job area; Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees; Delegate work and review work products to ensure quality and efficiency

• Drive Business Objectives: Identify and seize new business opportunities by understanding customer needs and requirements; Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance throughout the program’s lifecycle; Employ Earned Value Management for effective program planning and control

• Foster Collaboration: Create a collaborative work environment to achieve business objectives; Ensure the availability of resources such as engineering, manpower, production, and facilities; Contribute to the development of departmental goals and planning efforts (budgets, operational plans, etc.)

  Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, or Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, necessitating U.S. Citizenship.

  Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proven experience in cross-functional, collaborative environments

• In-depth knowledge of the Federal Government budget and authorization process

• Familiarity with FAA, Department of Defense, and/or US Intelligence Community Programs

• Direct experience in customer interactions to define mission needs and translate requirements

• Exceptional ability to prioritize tasks and manage a dynamic workload

• Strong presentation skills, capable of conveying findings to diverse audiences

• Experience in managing multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines

• Analytical thinker with the ability to provide in-depth analysis and recommendations

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with excellent collaboration and influence skills

• Strong business acumen and written communication skills

• Expertise in forecasting, investment strategy, standard estimating, budgeting practices, capture planning, and proposal development

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.