Senior Specialist, Program Manager

Role Overview

• Direct all phases of advanced booster programs from inception through completion
• Drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives including orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow
• Maintain responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical performance of advanced booster programs or subsystems of major programs
• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules
• Identify program problems and obtain solutions, including resource allocation or contractual specification changes
• Act as primary customer contact for program activities
• Lead program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Participate in negotiation of contracts and contract changes
• Expand the advanced booster product line with customers
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to gain cooperation on operational processes
• Coordinate preparation of proposals, business plans, and performance Statements of Work (SOW)
• Develop specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts
• Contribute to achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on results
• Support development of departmental budgets and operational plans
• Establish design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for advanced booster product research, development, integration, and test
• Provide technical direction ensuring alignment with program objectives and customer requirements
• Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees
• Manage complex projects involving delegation of work and review of work products
• Lead cross-functional teams across technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant program management experience
• Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of related program management experience, or 10 years of prior related program management experience in lieu of a degree.
• 2+ years experience with the Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Project Management Institute (PMI) certification (preferred)
• Demonstrated managerial level of leadership
• Experience with DoD contract execution
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Demonstrated experience managing complex defense programs or subsystems
• Proven track record of successful program execution meeting cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives
• Experience serving as primary customer interface for program activities
• Background in contract negotiation and management
• Experience with proposal development and business planning
• Strong knowledge of program management principles and practices
• Understanding of defense acquisition processes and regulations
• Proficiency in financial management including budgeting, revenue recognition, and cash flow management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Up to 20% business travel to other L3Harris and customer sites
• Ability to obtain U.S. Secret Security Clearance