Lead, Program Management

L3Harris Technologies • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a Program Manager to lead program execution and proposal efforts in support of the Common Data Links – International business area. The position is responsible for the cost, schedule, resources, and performance of assigned programs, as well as leading responses to customer quote requests. The role calls for strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills to establish trust with internal teams, customers, and peers, and to deliver confident presentations and status updates to leadership.

The role represents program execution and capture management for a designated region and directs programs from inception through completion. It drives regional business and financial objectives, manages customer and partner relationships, oversees program performance and risk, and ensures sound budget management, compliance, and continuous improvement. Travel may be required up to 25%. The work schedule is 9/80: employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, and have every other Friday off.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; or a graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to present and provide status updates to leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of communication and data link products.
• Experience managing programs using EVMS principles.
• Experience leading cross-functional, product-based programs for international customers.
• Experience managing multiple phases of the program life cycle, including Bid & Proposal, Development, Production, and Sustainment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and build relationships with geographically dispersed teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in one or more additional languages.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert with comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of program management.
• Represent all aspects of program execution and capture management for the designated region.
• Direct all phases of programs in the designated region, from inception through completion.
• Drive execution across regional programs to achieve key business and financial (P&L) objectives.
• Act as the primary point of contact for program activities in the region and lead reviews covering cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk.
• Manage external relationships with government agencies, prime contractors, and international customers.
• Lead program risk management activities to identify, assess, and mitigate risks affecting cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Oversee key performance indicators for cost, schedule, and performance requirements across the program life cycle, including development, implementation, and operations.
• Develop and maintain a proactive risk management program.
• Manage program budgets and ensure accurate financial execution and forecasting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and company policies and procedures.
• Travel up to 25%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior