Sr. Specialist, Program Management

Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Program Management

Job Code: 15098

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Job Schedule: 9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a Senior Specialist, Program Manager to support our Tactical Communications sector focusing on the Asia Pacific region. The candidate will be responsible for managing the cost, revenue, cash, schedule requirements of a program through all phases from proposal generation and submission to program close-out. The successful candidate ensures that all resources (such as engineering, finance, subcontracts, etc.) are available to support internal and external delivery targets. Candidate is involved in defining deliverables and guiding internal teams. Formulates and executes long-term plans for cost/profit control. Assists Sales team to secure new orders, formulate requirements, and help expedite orders. Works with customers to determine scope, technical and execution requirements and new business opportunities. Candidate will also travel to the business region as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Knowledge of program management methodology and techniques; performance evaluation and change management principles.
• Experience managing programs that include development or system integration, preferably military communication and information systems.
• Ability to lead the preparation and estimation of proposals working across internal organizations and external suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast paced, dynamic environment; due to customer time-zone differences the position requires flexibility to work on short notice, evenings, weekends and holidays, as needed.
• International travel experience and ability to travel to the Asia Pacific region up to 25% time.
• Ability to gain Security (SC) Clearance, as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant Program Management experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related Program Management experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related Program Management experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• PMI certification and Earned Value Management experience

• International experience such as living abroad or managing international business
• Knowledge of L3Harris tactical communications products
• Additional language skills (ex. Mandarin).
• Experience using advanced applications of technical and business principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to provide solutions to a variety of technical and business problems.
• Working knowledge of C4I Battle Management Systems (BMS), combat radio network programs, tactical operations centers, combat vehicle, airborne platform and/or maritime systems integration.
• Experience in procurement of defense communication and information systems.
• Experience working with geographically dispersed and multi-national teams.
• Knowledge of ITAR and international Export Compliance regulations.
• Understanding of international shipping terms (Incoterms).