Program Manager Level 5

L3Harris Technologies•Salt Lake City, UT
•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a Lead Program Manager (Level 5) recognized as an expert and thought leader in Strategic Communications and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3). The role draws on broad experience in acquiring, deploying, and operating 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 government and L3Harris goals and objectives. The position is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and follows a 9/80 schedule: employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off. It requires 10–20% travel.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 9 years of relevant experience; or a graduate degree and at least 7 years of related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 13 years of related experience.
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance.
  • Mastery-level knowledge of Senior Leader Communications and the NC3 domain, typically gained through advanced education and practical experience in government and/or industry.
  • Recognized as an expert and/or resource in the field by peers in government and industry.

Nice To Haves

  • Top Secret clearance preferred.
  • TS/SCI clearance on previous programs is highly desirable.

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 through execution and delivery.
  • Oversee program scope, schedule, budget, and performance through planning, monitoring, and control.
  • Partner with Business Development on key 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.
  • Lead a cross-functional program team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
  • Manage program risks and opportunities by developing, implementing, and tracking mitigation strategies.
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