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L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

Senior Specialist, Program Management

Program ManagementUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeRochester, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Knowledge of program management methodology and techniques, performance evaluation, and change management principles.
  • Experience managing programs or projects that include development or system integration; military communication and information systems experience is preferred.
  • Ability to lead proposal preparation and estimation while working across internal organizations and external suppliers.
  • Ability to participate in contract and contract-change negotiations.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with flexibility to work on short notice, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed due to customer time-zone differences.
  • International travel experience and ability to travel to the Asia Pacific region up to 20% of the time.
  • Ability to gain Security (SC) Clearance, as required.
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of prior relevant Program Management experience; alternatively, a graduate degree and at least 4 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least 10 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a program’s cost, revenue, cash, and schedule requirements through all phases, from proposal generation and submission to program close-out.
  • Ensure resources, including engineering, finance, and subcontracts, are available to support internal and external delivery targets.
  • Help define deliverables and guide internal teams.
  • Formulate and execute long-term plans for cost and profit control.
  • Assist the Sales team in securing new orders, formulating requirements, and expediting orders.
  • Work with customers to determine scope, technical and execution requirements, and new business opportunities.
  • Lead proposal preparation and estimation across internal organizations and external suppliers.
  • Participate in the negotiation of contracts and contract changes.
  • Establish milestones, monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, identify program problems, and obtain solutions such as reallocating resources or changing contractual specifications.
  • Travel to the business region as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • PMI certification and Earned Value Management experience.
  • International experience, such as living abroad or managing international business.
  • Knowledge of L3Harris tactical communications products.
  • Familiarity with combat radio network programs, tactical operations centers, combat vehicles, airborne platforms, or maritime systems integration.
  • Additional language skills, such as Mandarin, Vietnamese, Bengali, Malay, or Pyojuneo.
  • Experience procuring defense communication and information systems.
  • Experience working as part of geographically dispersed and multinational teams.
  • Knowledge of ITAR and international export compliance regulations.
  • Understanding of international shipping terms (Incoterms) and ITAR export control regulations.
  • Secret security clearance.

About the Company

L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

L3Harris Technologies provides advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems for governments and commercial customers. Its products include sensors, communications, and propulsion—such as tactical radios, night-vision gear, satellite payloads, missile defense, and space propulsion—delivered as integrated systems for operations across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company blends legacy technologies from two joining giants with newer capabilities, faster acquisition cycles, and a focus on missiles, space, and resilient communications to field solutions quickly. Its goal is to be a trusted, scale-ready provider of next‑generation defense and intelligence capabilities for national security and related customers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Melbourne, FL
Founded
1895

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