Specialist, Program Manager

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Specialist, Program Manager to support Advanced Systems development and production programs.

The role requires strong program management practices and coordination across engineering, manufacturing, finance, contracts, and other teams to meet cost, schedule, and technical objectives. Under general supervision, you will manage programs from capture through closeout, provide status updates, and support new business pursuits aligned with growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience; or graduate degree with 2+ years; or 8+ years without a degree.
• Current, active Secret security clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute assigned development and production programs under general supervision, using EVMS to monitor cost, schedule, and performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet program requirements and targets across engineering, manufacturing, finance, and contracts.
• Manage lifecycle phases: capture, proposal development, negotiation support, planning, execution, sustainment, and closeout.
• Identify and analyze program issues, risks, and opportunities; recommend solutions with input from relevant teams.
• Recommend and implement improvements to program processes, tools, and practices to reduce cost and boost efficiency.
• Communicate program status, risks, and actions to management and stakeholders; support new business pursuits and DoD proposals.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional coordination

EVMS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

Tools

EVMS tools

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 Specialist, Program Manager to support the proposal and execution of Advanced Systems development and production programs. This position requires proficient knowledge of program management practices and practical experience coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve program cost, schedule, and technical objectives.

Working under general supervision, the Program Manager will manage assigned programs, projects, or processes and contribute to program activities from capture and proposal development through execution, sustainment, and closeout. The role involves collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, finance, contracts, and other functional teams to support technologies that meet warfighter needs.

The successful candidate will demonstrate accountability, sound judgment, and effective communication with stakeholders within and outside the department. Responsibilities include explaining program processes and procedures, providing program status updates to management, recommending improvements, and supporting new business pursuits aligned with organizational growth objectives.

Essential Functions

• Plan and execute assigned development and production programs under general supervision, using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methodology and tools to monitor cost, schedule, and performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, finance, and contracts, to meet program requirements and operational targets.
• Manage assigned program activities across applicable lifecycle phases, including capture, proposal development, negotiation support, planning, execution, sustainment, and closeout, consistent with company processes and procedures.
• Identify and analyze program issues, risks, and opportunities; recommend solutions based on prior experience and input from relevant functional teams.
• Recommend and implement moderate improvements to program processes, tools, and practices to enhance effectiveness and support cost reduction.
• Communicate program status, risks, potential issues, and recommended actions to management and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with customers and internal stakeholders to clarify requirements, explain program processes, and support issue resolution.
• Support new business pursuits and lead assigned proposal activities for Department of Defense customers and contractors.
• Provide guidance to team members and, as assigned, delegate tasks and review work products to support program objectives.
• Travel approximately 15% of the time, as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Current, active Secret security clearance and the ability and willingness to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of program management practices, with practical experience managing projects or program activities.
• Hands-on experience applying EVMS methodology and tools.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain processes and procedures and present program status to stakeholders.
• Engineering background, technical experience, or a degree in business or engineering.
• Program management or related experience within a Department of Defense environment.
• Knowledge of unmanned aircraft system (UAS) data links and satellite communications (SATCOM) terminals.
• Familiarity with military communications systems.
• Military or Intelligence Community experience.
• Experience supporting competitive proposals, customer coordination, and new business pursuits.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and collaborate across functional areas.

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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