Lead, Program Management

L3Harris • Huntsville, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking an experienced Program Management professional to support the Advanced Missile Propulsion & Technologies (AMPT) organization within the Advanced SRM Boosters business. The role leads complex program initiatives focused on advanced solid rocket motor technologies and related development efforts, partnering with engineering, operations, and customer stakeholders to achieve program objectives, financial performance, and technical milestones. It requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to drive accountability and influence outcomes across multidisciplinary teams.

The position is based in Huntsville, Alabama, and follows a 9/80 schedule: employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, and have every other Friday off. Occasional travel may be required for customer meetings and program execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 9 years of program management or engineering-related experience; or a graduate degree and 7 years of related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 13 years of program management or aerospace/defense experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Direct experience in solid rocket motor design and/or production.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace or defense development experience.
• Formal project management training and PMP certification.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts.
• Experience leading programs through proposal, negotiation, award, planning, execution, and closeout.
• Experience in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership role.
• Strong understanding of program management principles, including overseeing complex initiatives, delegating tasks, and guiding team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating complex issues and developing innovative solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively across internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Direct assigned programs from inception through completion, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical objectives are met, including SRM IRAD activities.
• Serve as the primary customer interface, lead program reviews, and communicate updates on cost, schedule, and technical progress.
• Support contract negotiations and changes, and oversee preparation of proposals, business plans, operating budgets, and Statements of Work.
• Establish program plans, schedules, and milestones; monitor performance and drive corrective actions as needed.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and administrative support; delegate tasks and review work products.
• Contribute to design, development, integration, and test activities by establishing engineering criteria and collaborating with technical teams.
• Identify and implement moderate to substantial process and system improvements that advance program and departmental goals.
• Communicate within and outside the organization to gain cooperation and alignment on program practices and objectives.
• Travel occasionally to support customer meetings and program execution.

What This Job Offers

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