Lead 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.Location: Camden, NJ FULL TIME ONSITEJob Description:L3Harris Corporation is currently seeking a high-energy Lead, Program Manager to lead the growth and execution of critical programs within the Cyber Systems business. The Lead, PM will have a unique end-to-end life cycle management opportunity to leverage decades of L3Harris experience in advanced data security and C5ISR solutions to shape next generation solutions with customers, build a portfolio of new business, and own its profitability in execution. This role will report to the Sr. Manager of the Cyber PM Development team. The Cyber team has recently been awarded $100M of development orders and you will have the opportunity to work on a new Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) development program award from the ground up, partnering with the NSA and DoD customer!Essential Functions:Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications.Works to win new business and expand the product line with the customer.Establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration, and test.Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.Drives program execution in order to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new, continuing, or current programs.Lead one or more programs of complex development and production efforts including Systems, Software, Electrical & Mechanical Hardware, VHDL and ASIC Engineering development, system and product qualification and NSA certification, low-rate production and subcontract/supplier management.Responsible for financial, schedule, and technical performance including all internal and external reporting to executive management and customers.Responsible for overall program portfolio growth, new business capture management and proposal development of follow-on program efforts, engineering change proposals, and adjacent business capture in coordination with the Program Business Area and Business Development teamResponsible for building effective relationships with customers and delivering overall customer value as the prime point of contact to the customer during program execution and new business capture. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas.Qualifications: Ability to obtain an active US Government Secret clearance and/or higher is required. Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 9 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.Strong business acumen, written/verbal communication and presentation skills. Experience with engineering development/manufacturing environment. Previous experience managing large, complex programs. Strong understanding of Government contracting requirements and execution of contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M). Familiar with DOD/MIL standards and military equipment qualification process.Excellent computer skills with strong proficiency in Windows interface, Microsoft Office package (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access), and Microsoft Project. Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification or working towards certification.Experience with Earned Value management (EVM), Cost Performance Reports (CPR) as they relate to the WBS, schedule and cost plans. Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Must be able to Communicate clearly and effectively, and, most importantly, promote collaboration among the team by listening intently to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions when appropriate, and allowing others to speak without interruption. Understanding of and experience with cybersecurity fundamentals.Travel as required (Estimated 20%).Preferred Additional Skills:Experience leading development of cryptographic systems for type-1 encryption is highly preferred. Active US Government Clearance or higher is highly preferred.In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $125,000-232,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.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. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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