Program Manager

L3Harris Technologies

. Manage large, complex programs involving advanced electro-optical technology for space applications .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeWilmington • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $106,500 - $197,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex programs involving advanced electro-optical technology for space applications, with a strong focus on financial performance, customer satisfaction, and stakeholder influence. Proficient in Government contracting practices and Earned Value Management (EVMS), with a solid technical background and business acumen.

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Program ManagementGovernment Contracting PracticesEarned Value Management (EVMS)Project Management Professional (PMP) CertificationSpace Optical Applications Experience

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Hard Skills

Program ExecutionFinancial Performance ManagementStakeholder InfluenceProposal ManagementProject PlanningTechnical Performance AccountabilityCustomer Relationship ManagementTechnology Investment PlanningCapture ManagementBusiness Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityLeadershipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Top Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Electro-Optical TechnologySpace ApplicationsGovernment ContractsCustomer SatisfactionDynamic Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage large, complex programs involving advanced electro-optical technology for space applications
Manage Government contracts, program execution, customer satisfaction, and financial performance
Account for cost, schedule, and technical performance through all program phases from inception to completion
Lead the program to meet quarterly and annual financial commitments
Drive program execution and support capture management efforts for additional scope
Support technology investment plans and program growth
Establish and nurture high-level customer relationships
Influence senior leadership to adopt and champion business-area concepts and strategy
Communicate with the team, internal executive leadership, and customers to influence stakeholders
Champion and leverage new technology to create business differentiators
Collaborate with functional organizations to ensure resources are available and empowered to meet program goals
Adapt to shifting customer priorities in a dynamic environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience; or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
Ability to obtain a US Government security clearance
Active Top Secret Security Clearance is preferred
Experience managing projects for space optical applications
Solid technical background with strong business acumen
Experience implementing strategies to influence external stakeholders for business advantage
Knowledge of Government contracting practices and Earned Value Management (EVMS)
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Proposal management experience
Experience planning, organizing, and directing work that provides best-value solutions to the customer and L3Harris
Experience using Microsoft Project and the Microsoft Office suite of applications
Ability to develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals, even when having no direct authority over them

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays