Level 3 Communications, Inc

Lead, Program Management

Level 3 Communications, Inc$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 9 years of relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree with 7 years, or 15 years of related experience without a degree.
  • Strong interfacing skills with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and management personnel.
  • Must possess an active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance of programs or major subsystems.
  • Guide proposal preparation, business plans, and contract terms.
  • Negotiate contracts and changes effectively.
  • Serve as the primary customer contact, leading program reviews on performance metrics.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction to foster ongoing business relationships.
  • Strategically develop new business opportunities with customers.
  • Establish program plans and monitor adherence to master schedules.
  • Implement control systems to track progress and address program challenges.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development in a leading defense contractor.
  • Work in a dynamic environment involving cutting-edge aerospace technology.
  • Engage in challenging projects with the U.S. Air Force.
  • Valued participation in cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Lead, Program Management

Job Code: 41999

Job Location: Greenville, TX

Schedule: 9/80 REG

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking to fill a Program Manager Non-Supervisory Position within the IDG Business Area. The Program Manager Lead will provide leadership and guidance with bids, proposals, and all aspects of the execution of awarded USAF Big Safari -135 aircraft contracts. This position will be responsible for sustaining Program Management processes and approaches with Programmed Depot Maintenance and Modification, Installation, Test & Data efforts across -135 airborne platforms and directs all phases of programs from inception through completion.

Essential Functions:
  • Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of assigned programs or subsystems of major programs.
  • Coordinates and provides guidance in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contract.
  • Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
  • Acts as primary customer contact for program activities; leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
  • Fulfills customer needs to ensure their satisfaction and continued business.
  • Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer.
  • Establishes program plans, milestones, and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules.
  • Develops control systems and reports that accurately measure progress, identifies program problems, and obtains solutions such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.
  • Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, production and administrative areas.
  • Ensures the meeting of company's contract commitments.
  • Sets the highest ethical standards for self and others.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 9 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 7 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 15 years of prior related experience.
  • Experience interfacing with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and management personnel onsite and offsite.
  • Active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Knowledgeable of proposal development process.
  • Experience with integrated program scheduling, risk management, subcontracts, and EVMS.
  • Knowledge of Big Safari -135 program.
  • Demonstrated ability in project management, with exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Strong aeronautical engineering background.
  • Knowledge of existing L3H processes, tools, and operations - specifically related to manufacturing and operations.
  • Flexibility in working with others at all levels of the organization that participates in the bid and proposal process and the execution of contracts.

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