Senior Specialist, 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 Specialist, Program Management Job Code: 38749 Job Location: Herndon, VA. Schedule: 9/80 – Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off. Job Description L3Harris is seeking a Program Management Senior Specialist supporting our Seabed Systems in Herndon, VA. This Program Management Specialist will contribute to multiple program areas, including cost management, schedule tracking, contractor performance oversight, risk and opportunity management, requirements analysis, quality assurance, and customer reporting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring seamless collaboration between customers, technical teams, and program stakeholders. Key Qualifications and Candidate Traits Set goals and empower individuals to take ownership for their assignments. Assist leadership in identifying program growth opportunities and facilitating capture of new opportunities with customers. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills that facilitate the creation and maintenance of a collaborative work environment, including providing decisive and constructive feedback. Demonstrate and insist on ethical and professional behavior in accordance with company values. Essential Functions Program Execution & Performance Management Oversee cost, schedule, and technical execution to ensure program success. Identify and communicate issues to customers, subcontractors, and internal teams, implementing performance improvement plans as needed. Prepare and deliver program presentations and monthly reviews for customers and corporate leadership. Stakeholder Coordination & Team Support Interface with government stakeholders and contractor leadership. Financial & Contract Management Review and approve financial deliverables, including Estimate to Complete (ETC), Funds and Man-Hour Report (FMHR), and other customer CDRLs. Oversee and negotiate contract and subcontract documentation to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policies. Operational & Logistics Oversight Gather procurement requirements, navigate government approval processes, and coordinate purchases through multiple vendors. 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. Experience leading a highly visible and fast-pace portfolio, reporting directly to site General Manager. Experience with ITAR/EAR. 6-10 years’ experience and advanced knowledge leading a portfolio with reportable Earned Value. Active Secret Clearance. Preferred Additional Skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Prior experience as a Program Manager to an international customer and/or major prime contractor. Undersea systems experience. PMP Certification. In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado State, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Vermont and New York State is $92K-$171K. For California, New Jersey, Seattle, Washington D.C., Maryland Greater Washington D.C. area, the city of Denver, Washington State and New York City, the salary range for this role is $106-$197K. 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. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Harris Geospatial Solutions