Specialist, Program Management
Listed on 2026-02-11
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Management
Operations Manager
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Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing 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. L3
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Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end‑to‑end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title:
Program Manager
Job
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
We are seeking a 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, which includes defining and controlling 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
- Ability to travel periodically
- 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.
- 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
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the state of Washington is $92,500 – $171,500. 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.
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Harris announced on January 5th, that AE Industrial Partners (“AE Industrial”) has agreed to acquire a controlling interest in L3
Harris’ Space Propulsion and Power Systems business. This position has been identified as one that will transition to the new standalone company upon closing of the transaction. Until that time, L3
Harris will continue its hiring activity within this business.
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