Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, Program Manager

Level 3 Communications, Inc$88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree with at least 2 years of related experience.
  • 8 years of relevant experience can substitute for a degree.
  • Experience in Logistics/Material management or Contract/Sub-Contract Management.
  • Engineering/Technical background related to program/project management.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee contract execution and manage vendor relationships.
  • Coordinate proposals, business plans, and subcontract specifications.
  • Analyze failures to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
  • Establish milestones and resolve repair and performance issues.
  • Participate in program reviews to address requirements and performance metrics.

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
  • Opportunities for travel (25-50%) mainly within the continental US.
  • Position may lead to enhanced qualifications such as DoD clearance.
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Involvement in impactful projects related to product readiness and sustainment.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Program Manager

Job Code: 43834

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 4 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
  • In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 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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