Program Manager, Level 5

L3Harris Technologies • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a Lead Program Manager (L5) recognized as an expert and thought leader in Strategic Communications and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3). The role leverages broad experience in the acquisition, deployment, and operation of strategic communications systems within the U.S. Government. It manages large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the U.S. Government and L3Harris, involving large cross-functional teams. The Program Manager communicates within and outside L3Harris to influence leadership to accept new practices, approaches, and concepts; develops or champions new systems, concepts, or technologies; and recommends tactics and strategies that directly affect overall government and L3Harris goals and objectives. The role is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, follows a 9/80 schedule (80 hours over nine workdays in each 14-day period, with every other Friday off), and requires 10–20% travel.

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.
• Active U.S. Secret or TS security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Mastery-level knowledge of Senior Leader Communications and the NC3 domain, typically obtained through advanced education and practical experience in government and/or industry.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively within and outside L3Harris, including with strategic partners in industry and government.
• Conduct briefings for senior leaders and customers.
• Lead and manage programs through all phases, from planning to execution and delivery.
• Oversee program scope, schedule, budget, and performance through effective planning, monitoring, and control.
• Partner with Business Development on key business-area pursuits and lead proposal development through negotiations and contract award.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and present comprehensive status reports covering risks, opportunities, schedule, financials, contract activity, and technical performance.
• Ensure compliance with internal policy, contractual requirements, applicable regulations, and industry standards.
• Provide leadership to a cross-functional program team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• Manage program risks and opportunities by developing, implementing, and tracking mitigation strategies.

What This Job Offers

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