Lead, Software Program Manager

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Program Manager

Job Code: 36537

Job Location: Anaheim, CA (On-Site)

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 Specialist, Program Management function provides support to Program and Portfolio managers with program tasks or managing follow on production programs and new development programs.  As such, this program management role provides direction and Integrated Program Teams for the company.  This role is also responsible for accomplishing program objectives by supporting the planning and assisting with the evaluation of program activities such as schedule review, production hardware tracking, and leading weekly IPT meetings. This role will require interactions with all core team members including engineering, quality, supply chain management, operations, program finance, and contracts.  The Senior Specialist Program Management function is responsible for program budgets, cost reporting, coordination of resources, and customer interface under minimal supervision.  In summary, this position is also expected to take a lead role in the execution of specific programs as defined by their manager. We are seeking a highly motivated, solution-oriented, and results driven individual.

Essential Functions:

• Directs all phases of programs assigned from inception through completion.


• 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.


• Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.


• Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, performance Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.


• Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.


• Expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and identifies and implements solutions, such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications.


• Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience or Graduate Degree and minimum 4 years of relevant experience.  In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience and/or directly relevant sustainment experience of proven performance with DOD or USN customer


• Production/Manufacturing program management experience


• Program Cost management and cost account management


• Manufacturing operations experience


• Demonstrated business and financial acumen

Preferred Additional Skills:

• EVMS experience


• Highly motivated, solution-oriented, and results driven individual


• Proven project/program management performance with DOD or USN customer


• Microsoft Office – Proficiency


• Proven Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams




• Set clear goals


• Drive results in a dynamic environment




• Demonstrates aptitude in the following areas




• General knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements


• Government DPAS rated contracts


• Project management, production projects


• Program Scheduling

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. 

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