Specialist, Program Manager

L3Harris Technologies; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Salt Lake City seeks a Spec, Program Manager (Advanced Systems) to lead multi-functional teams through the proposal and execution of complex defense programs. You will manage EVMS-based planning and coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and finance while presenting status to senior leadership, including VPs.

This role requires DoD experience, an active Secret clearance, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; 6+ years of related experience.
• Active Secret clearance; TS/SCI eligibility.
• Hands-on EVMS experience with methodology and tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute development and production programs using EVMS.
• Lead cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, finance, and contracts.
• Provide concise status reports, risk assessments, and executive updates.
• Lead proposal efforts to develop competitive DoD proposals.
• Travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

EVMS tools/methodology

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: Spec, Program Manager (Advanced Systems)

Job Code: 44233

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Off every other Friday)

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking a Spec, Program Manager (PM) who will manage multi-functional teams in the proposal and execution of Advanced Systems Programs. This opportunity is for the person who has the unique blend of project management, accounting, accountability and effective team leadership. This unique individual will also be able to effectively communicate comfortably and with confidence to ALL levels of the division. This includes regular presentations and status updates to VPs and higher. Depending on the person hired and their unique skills and experience, new and existing programs targeted for support from this position include the application of leading-edge technologies in support of the warfighter. This position is also expected to support new business pursuits in our effort to grow new Orders and Sales to meet our current and future year growth objectives. You will work alongside similarly unique individuals; sharing, learning and collaborating to improve everyone’s experience within your area of influence. You must thrive on being in the mix and fully accountable with an extreme sense of ownership and responsibility to all stakeholders. Our PMs are responsible for all Program Management tasks, as defined by documented company processes and procedures, including program capture, proposal, negotiation, planning, execution, sustainment/support, and closeout.

Essential Functions

• Plan and execute both development and production programs using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methodology and tools.
• Lead cross functional teams in the execution of program requirements including engineering, manufacturing, finance, contracts, etc.
• Identify continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
• Coordinate with customers to identify opportunities and solutions and provide issue resolution across the program lifecycle, including proposal, production and support.
• Provide concise reports on management on status, potential issues, risks, and solution recommendations.
• You will also be asked to lead proposal teams to define and develop competitive, winning proposals within the DoD community and its contractors as needed.
• Must be able to travel on occasion and as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• Must have a current and active Secret clearance. Able and willing to attain TS/SCI.
• Hands-on experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methodology and tools; above average or advanced experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering background preferred
• Knowledge of UAS data links and SATCOM terminals is desired.
• Familiarity with military communications systems is desired.
• Experience with FRACAS, trend analysis, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and repair Turn-Around-Time (TAT) metrics is preferred.
• Military or Intelligence Community Experience preferred.
• Business/Engineering degree or technical experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• 8+ years Program Management or related experience within a DoD environment.

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.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer.