Program Manager

L3HHCM20•Melbourne, FL

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About The Position

L3Harris is seeking a Program Manager for the WMSSIII program. WMSSIII is a program within the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s Air Transportation System Initiative and L3Harris Technologies is a key member of the WMSSIII Team. L3Harris is seeking a talented Program Manager to work with FAA to manage the WMSSIII capability deployment and operational sustainment. Responsible for managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements of a program through all phases from inception to completion. Directs the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work terms/conditions and specifications, operating budget, and financial terms/conditions of contract. Ensures that all resources such as engineering , manpower, production, and facilities are available to support the program. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance which requires US Citizenship

Nice To Haves

4+ years of relevant experience in a program team environment on government cost plus, fixed price and time and materials programs, including relevant experience as a program manager, IPT lead, or as a project engineer/manager effective leadership and management of people by embracing responsibility to lead, manage, motivate, inspire, and reward individuals and teams
4+ years of experience with Earned Value Management Systems and Control Account Management
Successful track record of managing programs and meeting all program objectives including deliverables, cost, schedule, and customer satisfaction
4+ years of operational knowledge and experience including experience with field support, installation, sustainment, and depot activities desired
Direct experience with the FAA in a Program Manager capacity
Broad experience across multiple job areas
Knowledgeable of Air Traffic Control Operations/Systems, flight management systems, avionics systems/equipment and commercial aviation and/or airframes (e.g., Boeing; Airbus)
Experience managing and controlling scope growth on an engineering services contract
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with customers, supplier, and business partners as well as with senior management of the company
Demonstrated understanding and experience in developing proposal for mid-size programs
Successful track record of experience in programs with a variety of technologies including electronics and communications systems, and diverse customers

Responsibilities

Serve as the Program Manager on the WMSSIII program
Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion
Drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs
Responsible for managing program cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs, in compliance with L3Harris internal standards to ensure that customer requirements are met
Participate in the negotiation of contract and contract changes
Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract
Responsible as the primary L3Harris customer point of contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance while establishing rapport of trust and understanding with those customers
Work with customers to determine needs, requirements, and solutions for new business opportunities including pursuit team leadership and management
Establish design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration, and test Expands the product line with the customer
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules as well as identify program problems and obtain solutions such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications
Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas
Ensure all resources such as engineering, manpower, facilities, equipment, tools, etc. are available for successful program execution
Work guided by individual annual goals and objectives with minimal oversight or direction
Responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other program teams within area of expertise
Responsible for managing large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization, involving large cross-functional teams
Communicate within and outside of the organization to include customers or vendors
Work to influence others to accept individual or team’s views or practices and changes to concepts, practices, and approaches
Communicate with leadership regarding matters of importance to the business area
Develop and present executive briefings on programs and new business opportunities and solutions
Work consists of making significant improvements of processes, systems, solutions, or products to enhance performance of job area
Implement strategic goals established by leadership and establishes operational plans for job area with short-term impact on results (e.g., less than 1 year)
Provide input into new products, processes, standards and/or operational plans that will have measurable impact on the achievement of overall function or business results