Senior Specialist, Program Management

L3Harris Technologies; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Northampton, MA is hiring a Specialist, Program Management to oversee submarine system program costs, schedule, and technical performance. You will coordinate with operations, finance, planning, contracts, and supply chain to set priorities, resolve issues, and meet commitments.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, risk mitigation, and adherence to ITAR/EAR controls while delivering on time and within budget. A US Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 4+ years of relevant experience; graduate degree with 2+ years is preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, 8+ years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cross functional program teams to deliver on schedule, within scope and on budget.
• Manage full project lifecycle per contractual requirements and company standards.
• Support business development activities, including proposal management, proposal change control, and negotiations as required.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks and opportunities, adapting strategies in a dynamic environment.
• Serve as primary stakeholder interface with internal leadership, customers, suppliers, and partners.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, export controls (ITAR/EAR) and contractual obligations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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: Specialist, Program Management

Job Code: 44731

Job Location: Northampton, MA.

Schedule: 9/80- Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

Program Manager on the Submarine Systems Programs team within Maritime’s Imaging Systems (IS) will ensure effective management of cost, schedule and technical aspects for assigned programs. They will communicate effectively with functional teams including operations, finance, planning, contracts, and supply chain to set priorities, resolve issues and meet program commitments.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and coordinate cross functional program teams to deliver on schedule, within scope and on budget.
• Manage full project lifecycle in accordance with contractual requirements and company standards.
• Support business development activities, including proposal management, proposal change control, and negotiations as required.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks and opportunities, able to adapt strategies in a dynamic work environment.
• Serve as the primary stakeholder interface, including communication with internal leadership, customers, suppliers, and other partners.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, export controls (e.g., ITAR/EAR), and contractual obligations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
• Experience with government contracts including DPAS ratings and FAR/DFAR contract requirements
• Familiarity with Earned Value terms and uses to manage program cost and schedule performance

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington State, DC and Virginia (Greater D.C. area), Denver, or NYC areas is $92K-$171K. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont and Virginia (outside of Greater D.C. area) is $80K-$149K. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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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