Principal Program Manager

L3Harris Technologies - Melbourne, FL

Full-time - Senior

Melbourne, FL

5,001-10,000 employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Principal Program Manager at L3Harris Technologies will oversee all phases of programs within the Space Ground Solutions Business Area. This role is pivotal in driving program execution to meet business and financial objectives, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance, and acting as the primary customer contact. The Program Manager will also develop strategic roadmaps, lead proposal efforts, and ensure compliance with specifications and performance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion.
• Drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives.
• Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs.
• Participate in contract negotiations and changes.
• Coordinate preparation of proposals, business plans, and specifications.
• Act as primary customer contact for program activities.
• Develop strategic roadmaps that align with customer roadmaps.
• Lead competitive and sole source pursuits and proposals.
• Manage key performance indicators of cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements.
• Maintain an integrated master schedule and manage risk.
• Develop technology roadmaps to achieve business vision.
• Work with customers to determine needs and new business opportunities.
• Drive program strategy and growth plans.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, performance requirements, and internal policies.
• Communicate actively with key stakeholders and establish strong team engagement.
• Implement strategic goals in alignment with Business Area roadmap.
• Define long-term business strategy to expand current efforts.

Requirements

• Current Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience, or 16 years of prior related experience without a degree.
• Proficiency in building and managing technical development teams.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience briefing senior leaders and customers.
• Experience managing subcontractors.
• Ability to manage and analyze budgets and cost controls.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and written/oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of ground processing products, software, and technology.
• Engineering or science background.
• Experience managing software development efforts.
• Experience with customers within the Intelligence Community or Department of Defense.
• Strategic thinker with capacity to manage business complexity.
• EVMS expertise.
• Exemplary planning and time management skills.
• PMP Certification.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities