Director, Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation, Space and Mission Systems

L3Harris

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Palm Bay, FLRochester, NYCamden, NJWaco, TXGreenville, TX
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$165,500–$307,500 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
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About L3Harris

L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

L3Harris currently has 877 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Director, Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation, Space and Mission Systems

The Director, Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation - Space and Mission Systems leads functional AI, data, and digital strategy for the Space & Mission Systems Segment Program Management Excellence organization. This role connects AI strategy to program execution by leading full stack development of integrated data, tools, and business process optimization efforts. The individual will establish the AI roadmap, identify use cases, and manage data pipelines to improve decision quality, schedule performance, and risk management. Key responsibilities include taking AI concepts from prototype to deployment and ensuring alignment with enterprise governance. Required expertise includes Large Language Models, copilots, AI agents, prompt engineering, and cybersecurity data governance. The position focuses on solving program management challenges by redesigning workflows and implementing digital automation initiatives like the Program Digital Cockpit and Control Tower.

What you'll do

  • Establish the Program Management AI/digital roadmap, use cases, and investments for the SMS Segment.
  • Lead full-stack development of integrated data, tools, and business process optimization efforts.
  • Drive the adoption of new technologies and digital automation initiatives across the organization.
  • Transition AI concepts from initial use cases to business cases, prototypes, and full deployment.
  • Manage data pipelines, digital tools, and repositories for segment program and functional communities.
  • Resolve data integrity issues and ensure alignment with enterprise AI governance.
  • Execute capability advancement projects within specified lead times and budgets.
  • Influence senior leadership on matters of strategic importance regarding digital transformation and AI.

What we're looking for

  • Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
  • Bachelor’s Degree with 15 years of related experience, Graduate Degree with 13 years, or 19 years of experience without a degree.
  • At least 5 years of experience as a functional manager.
  • At least 5 years of experience leading digital transformation and artificial intelligence implementation.
  • Prior or current experience in a program management role.
  • Professional experience with Large Language Models, copilots, AI agents, and prompt engineering.
  • Professional experience with AI and cybersecurity data governance.
  • U.S. citizens.

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