Program Manager

Job Title : Program Manager Job Code : 30685 Job Location : Melbourne FL Job Description L3Harris is seeking a Program Manager for the WMSSIII program. WMSSIII is a program within the U.S. Federal Aviation Administrations Air Transportation System Initiative and L3Harris Technologies is a key member of the WMSSIII Team. L3Harris is seeking a talented Program Manager to work with FAA to manage the WMSSIII capability deployment and operational sustainment. Responsible for managing the cost schedule and technical performance requirements of a program through all phases from inception to completion. Directs the preparation of proposals business plans proposal work terms / conditions and specifications operating budget and financial terms / conditions of contract. Ensures that all resources such as engineering manpower production and facilities are available to support the program. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical manufacturing and administrative areas. Essential Functions Serve as the Program Manager on the WMSSIII program Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion Drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives for orders revenue recognition operating income and free cash flow for new continuing or current programs Responsible for managing program cost schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs in compliance with L3Harris internal standards to ensure that customer requirements are met Participate in the negotiation of contract and contract changes Coordinate the preparation of proposals business plans performance Statement of Work (SOW) and specifications operating budgets and financial terms / conditions of contract Responsible as the primary L3Harris customer point of contact for program activities leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost schedule and technical performance while establishing rapport of trust and understanding with those customers Work with customers to determine needs requirements and solutions for new business opportunities including pursuit team leadership and management Establish design concepts criteria and engineering efforts for product research development integration and test Expands the product line with the customer Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules as well as identify program problems and obtain solutions such as allocating resources or changing contractual specifications Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from technical manufacturing and administrative areas Ensure all resources such as engineering manpower facilities equipment tools etc. are available for successful program execution Work guided by individual annual goals and objectives with minimal oversight or direction Responsible for providing guidance coaching and training to other program teams within area of expertise Responsible for managing large complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization involving large cross-functional teams Communicate within and outside of the organization to include customers or vendors Work to influence others to accept individual or teams views or practices and changes to concepts practices and approaches Communicate with leadership regarding matters of importance to the business area Develop and present executive briefings on programs and new business opportunities and solutions Work consists of making significant improvements of processes systems solutions or products to enhance performance of job area Implement strategic goals established by leadership and establishes operational plans for job area with short-term impact on results (e.g. less than 1 year) Provide input into new products processes standards and / or operational plans that will have measurable impact on the achievement of overall function or business results Qualifications Bachelors Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related lieu of a degree minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance which requires US Citizenship Preferred Additional Skills 4 years of relevant experience in a program team environment on government cost plus fixed price and time and materials programs including relevant experience as a program manager IPT lead or as a project engineer / manager effective leadership and management of people by embracing responsibility to lead manage motivate inspire and reward individuals and teams 4 years of experience with Earned Value Management Systems and Control Account Management Successful track record of managing programs and meeting all program objectives including deliverables cost schedule and customer satisfaction 4 years of operational knowledge and experience including experience with field support installation sustainment and depot activities desired Direct experience with the FAA in a Program Manager capacity Broad experience across multiple job areas Knowledgeable of Air Traffic Control Operations / Systems flight management systems avionics systems / equipment and commercial aviation and / or airframes (e.g. Boeing; Airbus) Experience managing and controlling scope growth on an engineering services contract Demonstrated ability to work effectively with customers supplier and business partners as well as with senior management of the company Demonstrated understanding and experience in developing proposal for mid-size programs Successful track record of experience in programs with a variety of technologies including electronics and communications systems and diverse customers Required Experience : Manager Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts Employment Type : Full Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr