Senior Specialist, Program Management

Senior Specialist, Program Management L3Harris Interstate Electronics Corporation (IEC) was founded in 1956 and has since played a key role in the most successful defense system of modern history. With sites in Anaheim, CA, Cape Canaveral, FL, and Crystal City, VA, IEC is a recognized industry leader in defense and security solutions, providing critical technology advancements in the areas of GPS/Position Navigation and Timing, and Range & Test Solutions (RTS). For over 67 years, RTS has supported U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Program (SSP) in maintaining the credibility of the Strategic Weapon System (SWS), which is the heart of the Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile leg of our nation's Nuclear Triad, by providing systems design, build and integration, lifecycle management, systems operations and maintenance, cybersecurity risk management, logistics support, fleet documentation and training, flight test instrumentation mission planning, post-mission analysis and innovative solutions for the future, among other services. We offer competitive benefits, an alternative 4/10 work schedule, and the opportunity to work with a talented and diverse group of professionals. Primary responsibility for the cost, schedule and technical performance of programs and projects in support of the business area. Participate in the preparation of proposals, preparation of business and program plans, development Statements of Work and be responsible for the profit/loss of assigned programs. Contact for program activities, as well as interface with Integrated Program Team members from various organizations within the company. Interface with customer personnel (all levels) to provide performance status, recommend concepts/possible pursuits related to assigned Program efforts. Effectively working with the customer to develop program concepts and secure funding. Develop contract activities with customer and L3Harris entities as required. Establish and lead IPTs to develop plans of execution and statements of problems, as they arise, with identification of alternatives, criteria for and assessment of alternatives, recommended solution, and implementation of the authorized solution through the relevant program process. Maintain constant awareness of program objectives, plans, schedules, upcoming events, risks, issues, changes and change-control, and current performance status. Maintain constant vigilance in all day-to-day activities to assure proactive management of risk, issues, and changes. Interface with customer and affiliated contractor personnel to establish, brief out and maintain programmatic efforts. Provides oversight and coordination for the affairs of assigned programs. Supports in process multi year/multi partner developmental programs under Navy contract Performs broad analysis of future requirements or concepts of operations; articulates in written and presentation form the necessary information to advise customers and/or leadership. Interprets and administers policies, processes, and procedures to develop concepts of operations or working instructions to best execute program objectives. Liaises with other program managers, Customer, customer affiliated contractors and senior leadership to support advanced business planning efforts and initiatives for systems and programs. Identifies business risks and responds with pre-emptive measures to ensure integrity of operational or programmatic targets and/or milestones. Reviews budgetary information and cost-benefit analysis on programs Applies advanced problem-solving skills to meet program objectives; may employ knowledge of leading-edge technologies or application of advanced principles and/or techniques. Candidate must possess excellent communication/presentation skills and be able to work effectively with diverse personalities within customer and L3Harris management levels. Essential Functions: L3Harris program management support in coordinating efforts with the Program Management team across various geographic locations in support of Shipboard Systems planning and execution for U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). Experience with planning/execution of complex and multi partner developmental programs Interface with and provide direction to Integrated Project Team (IPT) members from various organizations within L3Harris to assure customer commitments and objectives are met and program assets are effectively managed. Maintain strategic communications with the customer. Plan, execute, and control programs and projects to meet Range & Test Solutions program scope, cost, schedule, and technical performance goals. Will have profit/loss responsibility of assigned programs. Manage program objectives, plans, schedules, upcoming events, risks, issues, changes, and current performance status. Manage and participate in the preparation of proposals and Business and Program plans. Effectively work with the IPTs to develop plans of execution and statements of problems, as they arise, with identification and assessment of alternatives, recommendation of solutions, and implementation of the authorized solution through the relevant program process. Maintain constant awareness of program objectives, plans, schedules, upcoming events, risks, issues, changes and change-control, and current performance status. Maintain constant vigilance in all day-to-day activities to assure proactive management of risk, issues, and changes. Candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication/presentation skills and be able to work effectively with diverse teams and various levels within the organization. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office tools, including MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint Knowledge of integration and development of complex A minimum of 25% - 30% travel (both CONUS and OCONUS) is expected. Qualifications: 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. 4 years project management experience in all phases of project and program management, from proposal and ensuing negotiations through contract award, project planning, project execution and closeout. 4 years experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts. Active US Secret Security Clearance. Preferred Additional Skills: Formal training in Project Management, with PMP certification. L3Harris Technologies