Senior Manager, Program Manager

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Senior Manager, Program Management Job Code: 43782 Job Location: Waco, Tx J ob Schedule: 9/80, Every Other Friday Off Job Description: The Program Manager will support the capture management efforts supporting new business initiatives on key and strategic pursuits for the Missionization and Sustainment Business Area.  Most pursuits will be for competitive USN, USCG or Commercial Business pursuits but can also include other DoD agencies and commercial pursuits. Support and communicate with the Business Development team in tracking proposal plans including proposal schedules, pricing development, color team reviews, and internal gate schedules Ensure the RFP requirements are encompassed in a fully comprehensive proposal  Coordinate with business development for proposal and strategy development The Senior Manager is responsible for establishing program milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules; identifies program problems and obtains solutions. The Senior Manager is responsible for maintaining the Integrated Program Plan, Performance Measurement Baseline, Risk and Opportunity management and Change Control processes. The Senior Manager assists with growth of the portfolio, including business development of the portfolio helping with preparation of proposals; business plans; and understanding customer requirements. Will potentially lead to being assigned as the Execution Program Manager responsible for the newly awarded program. Essential Functions: Direct the preparation of proposals, business plans, work statements, specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts. Experience with integrated program scheduling, risk management, change control, and subcontracts. Ensure all resources, including engineering and operations, are available to support the program. Coordinate, support, and drive strategic growth planning for the enterprise and business area. Responsible for creation and adherence to Integrated Program and Project Plans. Requires advanced business knowledge, general management, and leadership capability to lead cross-functional program proposal teams. Clear, concise written, and verbal communication skills. Maintain transparent, performance-based communications with all levels of leadership. Lead teams or groups in a matrix organization and manage and coordinate project teams within the business area. Demonstrated strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively interface with diverse cultures. Proficient in MS Office and Teams. Flexibility to work on short notice, overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, and can travel up to 20% in support of proposal and business needs. Program Management Essential Skills: Drive program execution with responsibility for managing cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements utilizing Earned Value Management. Develop and manage financial forecasts, achieving key program and financial objectives, including orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow. Establish milestones, monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, identify program problems, and provide solutions. Act as primary customer contact for program activities,