Lead Program Manager
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager
Overview
Lead Program Manager role at L3
Harris Technologies — Rochester, NY. This position directs all phases of programs from inception through completion and is responsible for cost, schedule, and technical performance of programs.
The Program Manager directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Drives 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 the cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contracts and contract changes.
Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, Statements of Work, specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts. Acts as the primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Collaborates on strategic roadmaps that align with customer roadmaps to expand the business. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical and administrative areas.
Leads competitive and sole source pursuits and proposals. This position will be supporting the Exquisite Imaging Solutions Business Area in the Space Superiority & Imaging Division.
- Management of programs involving advanced electro-optical technology for space applications that are of significant strategic importance to the business area
- Accountable for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program through all phases, from inception to completion
- Establish and execute program plans in a firm fixed price program construct
- Drive program execution, support capture management efforts of additional scope, and support technology investment plans
- Foster career development through on-the-job mentoring
- Effectively communicate within the team, upward with internal executive leadership, and externally with the customer to influence stakeholders for business success
- Work collaboratively with the functional organizations to ensure that all resources are available, capable, and empowered to meet program goals
- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience;
Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience;
Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
- Prior successful program leadership role including demonstrated change management
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage and analyze budgets and cost controls
- Proposal management experience
- Risk management
- Experience managing hardware development efforts
- EVMS expertise
- PMP Certification
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $108,500-$201,500. 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 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3
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