L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Title: (DoD SkillBridge) -Specialist, Program Manager

Job Code: 12024

Job Location:Melbourne, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80 REG

L3Harris’ DoD SkillBridge is connecting transitioning service members to career training opportunities within our organization. We will provide service members with valuable civilian work experience through industry specific training, certifications and on the job experience during their DoD SkillBridge internship to help them ready themselves for their next mission.

L3Harris aims to attract and retain veteran talent and to help bridge the gap between their military service and civilian careers within our organization. L3Harris is eager to share our knowledge and experience with our service members. This internship is an opportunity for the service member to gain a full understanding of the job position outlined below.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR DOD SKILLBRIDGE JOB OPPORTUNITES YOU MUST BE AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE U.S. MILITARY WITH 180 DAYS OF SERVICE OR FEWER REMAINING PRIOR TO YOUR DATE OF SEPARATION AND HAVE AT LEAST 180 CONTINUOUS DAYS OF ACTIVE SERVICE.

Job Description:

This Program Manager will lead multi-functional teams in the proposal and execution of Advanced Development Programs. Active and current SECRET security clearance is desired for this role.

This opportunity is for the person who has the unique blend of project management, financial management paired with the innate ability of an effective team leader. This unique individual will be able to effectively communicate comfortably and with confidence to ALL levels of the Corporation from support personnel to Execuitve level leadership. This includes regular presentations and status updates to VPs and higher.

Essential Functions:

Our PMs are responsible for: governance, alignment, management, integration, optimization, tracking, finance, infrastructure, planning, improvement and growth for the programs they lead.Plan and execute both development and production programs using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methodology and toolsLead cross functional teams in the execution of program requirements including peers, engineering, manufacturing, finance, contracts, etc.Identify continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunitiesCoordinate with customers to identify opportunities and solutions and provide issue resolution across the program lifecycle, including proposal, production and support.Provide concise reports to management on status, potential issues, risks, and solution recommendationsYou will also be asked to lead proposal teams to define and develop competitive, winning proposals within the DoD community and industry partners as neededMust be able to travel on occasion and as needed (up to 25%)

Qualifications:

Requires proficient knowledge of job area. May have practical knowledge of project management.Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Active DoD Secret security clearanceHands on experience with managing project budgets and performance - Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methodology and5+ years experience within the DoD environmentKnowledge of DoD data links and communications CONOPsFinancial mangement experience is desiredTechnical experience/education is desired

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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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.

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