Title:  Lead Program Manager

Job Title: Lead Program Manager

Job Code: 37437

Job Location: Rochester, NY

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

Job Description:

L3Harris Space Superiority & Imaging Division is looking for a Program Manager ready to assume full program leadership of a space program. This role is ideal for a high‑performing leader who has already demonstrated ownership of cost, schedule, and technical execution. The position serves as the primary interface to customers and internal leadership, ensuring program performance, business growth, and strategic alignment with the National Systems (NS) portfolio within the Exquisite Imaging Systems (XIS) Business Area located in Rochester, NY. The NS portfolio focuses on designing, manufacturing, testing, and delivering electro‑optical intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) space components, payloads, and satellites for U.S. government, defense, and intelligence customers.

Essential Functions:

• Lead all phases of small–medium size/complexity program(s)
• Serve as the primary customer point of contact, strengthening established relationships and driving mission‑aligned engagement
• Own program P&L including cost, schedule, technical performance, and alignment to annual commitments
• Mentor, direct, and inspire cross‑functional teams to deliver execution excellence and organizational performance
• Champion major captures, competitive pursuits, and sole‑source proposals
• Collaborate across Business Development, Finance, Contracts, Engineering, and Operations to ensure integrated program success
• Directly influence business strategy using budget insight, customer trends, competitive environment, and investment alignment
• Must be available to travel as necessary

Qualifications:

• Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Successful experience as a program or project manager and/or Integrated Product Team Lead
• Experience in program management with the Department of the Navy, Air Force, Space Force, or Intelligence Community
• Ability to interpret, condense, and present findings to audiences with variable skill sets and experience levels
• Ability to provide/reinforce the credibility and commitment of L3Harris at appropriate levels in the customer community
• Understanding of electro‑optical satellite, payload, and mission products
• PMP certification is preferred
• Familiarity with government contracting practices, Earned Value Management (EVMS), and standard program reporting metrics
• Broad management and leadership experience leading cross‑functional project teams

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts state is $110,500-$205,500. 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 5, 2026.

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