Business Operations Program Manager - #249297

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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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: Business Operations Program Manager

Job ID: 20657

Job Location: Waco, TX

Job Schedule: 9/80; Every other Friday off

Essential Functions:

• Works directly with the Division General Manager and Business Unit Directors to provide subject matter expertise on program reporting, data analysis, Estimate at Completion (EAC) validity and P&L positions.
• Provide coaching and subject matter expertise to Program Directors, Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAM) and Project Leads
• Responsible for implementation of EV best practices across multi-disciplined, cross functional teams
• Provide a knowledge and resource center for all levels of program/project management
• Ensure common reporting of program performance and health metrics including EAC reporting; provide recommendations and resources for program performance improvement
• Ensure alignment of Program Excellence strategy, processes and tools across the sector
• Leverage individual SME-level experience and skills in coordinating program specific support functions for execution of sector-wide programs.
• Coordinate and lead Division priority efforts as directed by the GM
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of equivalent or work experience in Program Management, Program Planning & Control, or business analysis in an EVMS environment, OR Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Strong experience in facilitating discussions with multiple stakeholders, cross functionally and through various seniority levels.
• Proven history of delivering on-time/budget, large-scale, complex programs within the Defense Industry
• Proficient in Earned Value Management (EVM) practices, Project Planning/Coordination and Scheduling
• Experience with project planning tools and practical application.
• Knowledge of program processes, principles, and practices to include risk management concepts and risk analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in driving procedural and cultural change across multiple functions, stakeholders, and direct reports.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
  
  
  

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Prior experience in engineering/development and operations/manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience in business execution and resource planning.
• Ability to multi-task and perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills to create and deliver clear presentation content.
  
  
  

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