Principal Program Manager

L3Harris Technologies Inc

Chantilly, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$153,000–$284,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Agile Programming Methodologies, Business Strategy, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Configuration Management, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Earned Value Management (EVM), English Language, Facebook, Intelligence Community, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, LinkedIn, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Performance Metrics, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Control, Project Control, Project/Program Management, Property Management, Purchase Orders, Risk Management, Spanish Language, Team Lead/Manager, Test Plan/Schedule, Twitter, United States Air Force (USAF), Willing to Travel, YouTube
LOCATION
Chantilly, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Principal Program Manager at L3Harris Technologies

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Principal Program Manager

Chantilly, Virginia

Job ID 37404

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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: Principal Program Manager

Job Code: 37404

Job Location: Chantilly, VA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off)

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support the Space Ground Solutions PMO team, overseeing the communication, planning, organization, and control of project, program, and proposal teams. The Program Manager serves as the primary customer contact, responsible for program quality, cost, schedule, and overall performance. This role manages one or more development programs or leads portions of larger programs involving development, testing, fielding, O&M, or production of defense products with significant software content. The PM may oversee major subcontractors, managing their cost, schedule, and technical requirements, and regularly briefing leadership and customers on status and issues. They will also establish milestones, ensure performance to contractual requirements, and lead cross-functional teams supporting subcontractor management.

Essential Functions:

  • Manage the day‑to‑day operations of large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization
  • Manage all aspects of the program, including cost, schedule, and technical performance
  • Work synergistically with the Senior Program Manager and Chief Engineer to ensure program success
  • Ensure aspects of the program-such as risk management, configuration management, property management, subcontract management, security, and contracts-are executed in accordance with the contractual/purchase order requirements
  • Ensure delivery of contractual/purchase order items such as CDRLs/SDRLs
  • Work with company functional leaders to plan, staff, and tool the program
  • Interface with the customer on behalf of the program
  • Present program performance data and metrics at program management and customer reviews
  • Deliver Program Management Review/Estimate at Complete (EAC) presentations to company management
  • Lead or delegate proposal generation for the program
  • Travel up to 25%

Qualifications:

  • Must Have an Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 16 years of prior related experience
  • 10+ years of experience with the Department of Defense
  • 6+ years of experience with Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Control (SC)

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience dealing with US Air Force, US Space Force, and Intelligence Community acquisitions
  • Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) techniques.
  • Technical experience in Scaled Agile development, testing, and production of software product lines.
  • Ability to generate and deliver articulate and persuasive briefings to senior leaders and customers
  • Aptitude to clearly communicate with both technical and non‑technical audiences
  • Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi‑disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in the Virginia - Greater Washington, D.C. area is $153,000-$284,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The application window for this requisition is anticipated to close August 05, 2026.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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