Senior Specialist, Program Manager

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Program Manager

Job Code: 35993

Job Location: Redmond, WA

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

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Harris is seeking a Senior Specialist, Program Manager to join our Redmond, WA office. This position will support various missions for NASA, DoD, and Commercial Primes. This individual will be responsible for management and contract performance of production and/or development programs. They will manage and direct assigned programs, including definition and control of program scope, schedule, and budget in accordance with applicable contractual requirements and L3

Harris policies.

• Program Leadership:
  Oversee the development, testing, and integration of propulsion systems for high-profile national aerospace or defense missions.
• Project Planning:
  Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Risk Management:
  
  Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure project stability throughout its lifecycle.
• Stakeholder
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Act as the primary point of contact for internal teams, customers, government agencies, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
• Technical Oversight:
  Provide guidance on propulsion system design, performance, and compliance with national and international standards.
• Earned Value Management (EVM):
  Utilize EVM techniques to monitor project performance and ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and scope objectives.
• Team Coordination:
  Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and innovation to achieve mission success.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance.

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

• Background in propulsion systems and aerospace engineering
• Proficiency in Earned Value Management and risk assessment methodologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• PMP certification or Project Management certificate
• Experience with government or national aerospace programs is highly desirable
• Periodic travel may be required

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the State of Washington is $106,500 - $197,500. 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. L3

Harris 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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Harris 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, character or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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.