Level 3 Communications, Inc

Senior Specialist, Program Manager 1

Level 3 Communications, Inc$100K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience or Graduate Degree with 4+ years.
  • 10+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience in Logistics/Material management, Contract/Sub-Contract Management, or Engineering related to program management.
  • Strong communication skills for high-level coordination and briefings.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractor performance and contract challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee contract execution and vendor relationships for product repair and sustainment activities.
  • Coordinate proposals, business plans, statements of work, and subcontracts.
  • Analyze component and system failures to drive corrective actions and establish milestones.
  • Serve as the customer representative in program reviews with multiple stakeholders.
  • Develop project schedules and budgets for timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and achieve mission success.
  • Act as point of contact for internal teams and government agencies ensuring alignment with objectives.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with a 9/80 workweek, providing every other Friday off.
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.
  • Participation in high-level program reviews with senior leaders and stakeholders.
  • Significant travel opportunities (25-50%) primarily within the continental U.S. (CONUS).
  • Eligibility for Department of Defense clearance enhances career prospects.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Specialist, Program Manager

Job Code: 43839

Job Location: Greenville, TX

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

Job Description:

We are seeking a versatile professional to oversee contract execution and vendor relationships supporting product repair, requirements, and sustainment activities. This role is responsible for coordinating proposals, business plans, statements of work, subcontracts, specifications, budgets, and overall program execution while serving as the customer representative for assigned vendor efforts. The position includes analyzing component and system failures to determine root cause, driving corrective actions, establishing milestones, and resolving repair and performance issues to support product and platform readiness. The successful candidate will participate in program reviews with customers, vendors, and senior leaders to address requirements, status, cost, schedule, and technical performance, and will work across multiple disciplines to ensure effective contract input, execution, and sustainment planning. Strong knowledge of product lifecycle repair and logistics sustainment processes, experience managing subcontractor performance and contract-related challenges, and excellent communication skills for briefings and high-level coordination are essential.

Essential Functions:
  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for internal teams, government agencies, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
  • Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and innovation to achieve mission success.
  • Travel: 25-50% possible primarily CONUS.
  • Candidates must be eligible to obtain a DoD clearance of Secret or higher to be considered.


Qualifications:
  • 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, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in Logistics/Material management, Contract/Sub-Contract Management, OR an Engineering/Technical background related to program/project management.


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Other program management, supply chain related experiences a plus.
  • Planning and time management skills to manage complex, long-term initiatives.
  • Knowledge of project management tools.


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