Sr. Specialist, Program Management

L3Harris Technologies; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 107,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Program Management in Clifton, NJ.

The role leads Electronic Warfare program execution, interfacing with customers, engineering, operations, and BD to ensure performance on cost, schedule, and technical requirements. The ideal candidate has strong EW/defense program management background, a DoD Top Secret clearance, and extensive experience with Earned Value Management.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience; graduate degree optional.
• 7+ years of Earned Value Management (EVM) experience.
• 7+ years in defense/aerospace program management, preferably EW or related systems.
• 7+ years managing large, complex programs with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of Electronic Warfare programs, ensuring schedule, budget, EVM, risk, and deliverables.
• Maintain proficiency in Earned Value Management, including cost/schedule performance metrics and variance analysis.
• Serve as primary customer-facing representative for assigned programs with clear communication.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and quality to drive milestones and resolve issues.
• Prepare and deliver internal/external program reviews and financial reporting.
• Support BD campaigns with technical input and customer engagement.

Skills

Program management

Earned Value Management (EVM)

EW domain knowledge

Customer communication

Leadership

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: Sr. Specialist, Program Management

Job Code: 43719

Job Location: Clifton, NJ

Job Schedule: 9/80-Every Other Friday off

The Program Manager is responsible for leading the execution of multiple production programs within the Electronic Warfare (EW) portfolio and serving as the primary interface with customers, engineering, operations, and Business Development (BD). This role ensures program performance across cost, schedule, technical requirements, and Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics. The candidate must have strong program management experience, a solid technical background in EW or related defense systems, and a high level of proficiency in EVM to effectively manage cost and schedule performance across complex programs.

Essential Functions:

• Lead day‑to‑day management Electronic Warfare programs, ensuring successful execution across schedule, budget, EVM performance, risk, and deliverables.
• Maintain a high degree of proficiency in Earned Value Management, including development and analysis of cost and schedule performance metrics, variance analysis, forecasting, and corrective action planning.
• Serve as the primary customer-facing representative for assigned programs, maintaining clear communication, building strong relationships, and ensuring alignment with contractual requirements.
• Communicates with leadership regarding matters of importance to the functional or business area. May conduct briefings with leaders.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and quality to drive program milestones and resolve issues.
• Support two active Business Development (BD) campaigns, providing technical understanding, proposal inputs, and customer engagement based on EW domain knowledge.
• Apply engineering and EW technical expertise to interpret requirements, support design decisions, and communicate complex concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage program risks, opportunities, staffing needs, and resource allocations.
• Prepare and deliver internal and external program reviews, status updates, and financial reporting.
• Implement strategic goals established by leadership. Establishes operational plans for job area with short-term impact on results
• Contribute to long-term account strategy and growth by identifying follow‑on opportunities and supporting capture activities.
• Maintain a high level of situational awareness across all assigned programs and proactively address issues to protect schedule and performance.

Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• 7 years of experience Earned Value Management (EVM), including performance measurement, variance analysis, forecasting, and corrective action development.
• 7 years of experience in program management within the defense or aerospace industry, preferably supporting Electronic Warfare (EW) or related mission‑critical systems
• 7 years of experience managing large, complex, high‑visibility programs with minimal oversight.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing practices, processes, and cross‑organizational alignment
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple, concurrent priorities.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and EW technologies, enabling effective communication with technical teams and customers.
• Experience supporting or leading Business Development (BD) activities, including customer engagement, proposal development, and capture support.
• Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements and contributing to operational excellence.
• Ability to develop and deliver high‑quality program reviews and executive‑level briefings.
• PMP or equivalent program management certification preferred.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $106,500 - $197,500. 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. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer. Please click here for the E‑Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.