Senior Manager, Program Management

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title Senior Manager, Program Management Job Code 37667 Job Location Herndon, VA Job Schedule 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off Job Description The Senior Manager, Program Management leads the execution of this complex enterprise of our Special Communications business, specialized NTN operations and management as well as the associated field devices and special user operations. This role is responsible for cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer satisfaction across operations, development, and sustainment efforts, including direct leadership of the U.S. Space Force EMSS program, Special User Field Devices and Operations. The Senior Manager provides strategic direction, manages program level risks and opportunities, oversees a team of Program Managers, and engages routinely with appropriate customers in the DOW and IC, as well as mission partners. The candidate will serve as the senior program leader with accountability for all phases of the program lifecycle, from capture through completion. Success in this role requires strong leadership, disciplined program execution, and the ability to drive business results across cross functional teams. Essential Functions Own program cost, schedule, resourcing, contractual compliance, and technical performance across Firm Fixed Price and Cost-Plus programs. Lead cross functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) including Engineering, Operations, Contracts, Finance, Quality, Supply Chain, and Security. Manage and mentor a team of Program Managers supporting Development, Production, and OM&S activities. Conduct regular program reviews, including cost, schedule, earned value, technical performance, and risk management assessments. Develop competitive proposals, follow on opportunities, and market and customer growth initiatives. Develop new business initiatives, campaigns and associated road maps to drive toward AOP and JSP goals of the business. Build and maintain strong customer relationships with the USSF, DOW, IC customer base as well as mission partners in this portfolio. Direct financial planning and execution for the assigned portfolio, including baselines, EACs, cash management, and financial forecasting. Lead continuous improvement efforts across program execution, operational efficiencies, risk mitigation, and process discipline. Ensure adherence to all regulatory, export, safety, and corporate policies. Ability to travel 25%. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree with 12 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 10 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience. Active TS/SCI clearance. Preferred Additional Skills Experience with OM&S contracts. Knowledge of the Iridium NTN infrastructure. Proficiency in EVMS principles and leading programs with EVM requirements. Strong communication, negotiation, customer facing, and executive level presentation skills. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. 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