Director, Program Management

L3Harris

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VA
Salary
$184,000–$341,500 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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Above market

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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.

Listed pay typically runs $106,500–$197,500 across 350 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Director, Program Management

The Director, Program Management joins L3Harris Space Systems to lead a strategically important portfolio of mission-focused software and technology programs. This leader provides strategic and operational direction for portfolio execution, financial performance, customer engagement, and talent development while serving as the site leader for the Chantilly location. Key responsibilities include scaling the business, managing risk, establishing portfolio governance, and partnering with business development to shape growth strategy. The role requires expertise in managing complex programs for U.S. Government customers, including the Department of War and Intelligence Community. Core competencies include financial acumen, forecasting, resource planning, and margin management. Candidates should possess knowledge of image processing products, software development lifecycles, earned value management, and portfolio governance within mission-critical environments.

What you'll do

  • Lead all aspects of a complex mission-focused program portfolio including execution, financial performance, and risk management.
  • Provide strategic and operational leadership to scale the business portfolio over the next 1–2 years.
  • Serve as the site leader for the Chantilly, VA location to build a culture of accountability and engagement.
  • Partner with business development teams to shape growth strategy and lead transition planning for new-business pursuits.
  • Coach and develop program managers and functional leaders to ensure disciplined and predictable program execution.
  • Establish portfolio governance, operating rhythms, escalation paths, and performance-management mechanisms.
  • Drive execution excellence through baseline management, forecasting, and corrective-action implementation.
  • Serve as the senior point of contact for portfolio-level customer engagement and executive program reviews.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 15 years of related experience, Graduate Degree with 13 years, or 19 years of experience without a degree.
  • 5+ years of experience leading complex programs, portfolios, or business operations with significant financial accountability.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience supporting U.S. Government customers, including the DoW, Intelligence Community, or civil space.
  • Current Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
  • Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.
  • Master’s degree in business, Engineering, Program Management, or a related field (preferred).
  • PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification (preferred).
  • Security clearance.

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