Senior Manager, Program Management

L3Harris • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

This Program Management Leader will serve as the Senior Manager for the RCG Baseline Development team, overseeing all aspects of development, maintenance, integration, test, and delivery of the RC-135 mission system capability projects. Will directly manage a small team of experienced professionals within the RCG business. Position requires subject matter expertise, program planning, scheduling, and execution. Facilitates cross-functional expertise and support mission system delivery and EAC validity. Responsible for improving upon existing or establishing new processes and systems utilizing innovative and unique solutions and drawing upon best practices based on expertise. Extensively analyzes problems to seek understanding of the root cause, opportunities for problem solving and innovation are often complex. Communicates across the organization to influence leadership to accept new practices, approaches, and concepts. Ensures compliance with internal program procedures and project control system guidelines. Leads and/or participate in major program reviews. Essential Functions: Works directly with the RCG Avionics & Mission System (AMS) Director and leads Program Managers for the RC-135 Baseline Development team to deliver on time and within budget. Provides coaching and subject matter expertise to Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAM) and Project Leads Responsible for all aspects of cost, schedule, and performance of the program. Provide a knowledge and resource center for all levels of program/project management. Ensure common reporting of program performance and health metrics including EAC reporting; provide recommendations and resources for program performance improvement. Leverage individual SME-level experience and skills in coordinating program specific support functions for execution of sector-wide programs.

Requirements

• Must possess a DoD Secret Security Clearance at minimum and the ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of equivalent or work experience in Program Management, Program Planning & Control, or business analysis in an EVMS environment, OR Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
• Demonstrated experience with EVMS processes and best practices within a defense or aerospace industry environment.
• Requires broad management and leadership expertise to effectively lead cross-functional project teams or manage initiatives across multiple departments.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of RC-135 Mission System development, modifications, program structure, planning, test, and execution.
• Established working relationship with government customers and end user.
• Demonstrated mastery in a specific technical area or broad proficiency across several related disciplines is highly desirable.
• Experience with integrated program scheduling, risk management, subcontracts.
• Working knowledge of Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Cost Reimbursable (CR) and Time and Material (T&M) contracting structures.
• Demonstrated ability to work across internal functions and with outside suppliers to facilitate successful product completion/delivery.
• Strong experience in facilitating discussions with multiple stakeholders, cross functionally and through various seniority levels.
• Proven history of delivering on-time/budget, large-scale, complex programs within the Defense Industry
• Proficient in Earned Value Management (EVM) practices, Project Planning/Coordination and Scheduling
• Extensive experience with project planning tools and practical application.
• Ability to multi-task and perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills to create and deliver clear presentation content.
• Knowledge of engineering processes, principles, and practices to include risk management concepts and risk analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in driving procedural and cultural change across multiple functions, stakeholders, and direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Works directly with the RCG Avionics & Mission System (AMS) Director and leads Program Managers for the RC-135 Baseline Development team to deliver on time and within budget.
• Provides coaching and subject matter expertise to Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAM) and Project Leads
• Responsible for all aspects of cost, schedule, and performance of the program.
• Provide a knowledge and resource center for all levels of program/project management.
• Ensure common reporting of program performance and health metrics including EAC reporting; provide recommendations and resources for program performance improvement.
• Leverage individual SME-level experience and skills in coordinating program specific support functions for execution of sector-wide programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees