Location: Fort Wayne,IN, USA
Supply Chain Program Management with L3/Harris in Fort Wayne, IN
Salary Range: $130K - $160K pending credentials
Onsite in Fort Wayne, IN
L3/Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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. The company 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.
L3/Harris is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.
Job Description:
Do you have what it takes to lead company Space Systems programs into the next era of space systems satellite programs? Are you interested in competing and winning new business opportunities related to space? Do you have what it takes to execute a fixed price development program that is literally changing the game in responsive space? If so, the company's Space Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager for the ISR Space business to capture and execute responsive space programs. Overall responsibilities include working with the customer and leading the internal and supplier teams in capturing and executing space programs and/or studies with emphasis on technology development and mission solutions including:
Essential Functions:
Responsible for leading Space and Airborne Systems supply chain program management in partnership with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to drive execution, alignment with commodity strategies, supply base optimization, and lowest total acquisition cost on a key Program.
Able to use hands-on, cross-functional approaches to identify pain points and drive improvements. Must have the passion, business acumen and experience to drive best-in-class supply chain processes and efficiencies
Work with the assigned functional and program leaders to track and coordinate all program deliverables, highlighting key program risks and putting plans in place to mitigate those risks, providing regular reports/updates on program status, including identification and mitigation of long-term supply chain risks
Manage the flow of critical milestones and project requirements including analysis of supplier capacity and capability. Will ensure supplier ability to supply parts with on-going adjustment of material flow for adequate line fill and inventory optimization
Provide technical support for DFx (design for all desirable manufacturability, assembly, test attributes) including reviewing engineering changes and assessment of materials/supply chain impact
Active engagement in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness of product development and supply chain processes
Manage supplier relationships and supplier performance to achieve program and customer requirements
Interacts with suppliers to ensure appropriate support and execution of deliverables as well as participate in managing supplier relationships and performance
Interface and influence a diverse team comprised of the company's engineering and supply chain, and supplier teammates
Interface with program managers of various stakeholder programs
Develop, drive, and track supply chain management metrics customized to space programs
Responsible for high-level relationship management, evolve as recognized thought leader/trusted partner
Fully understand customer mission gaps, constraints, and objectives
Effectively communicate the company's value proposition from a technical and programmatic perspective
Drive long-term business strategy
Demonstrate high ethical standards and regard for the company's Code of Conduct
Qualifications:
Requires mastery level knowledge within a specific technical area or multiple job areas. Viewed as an expert and/or resource within the field by peers in and outside the organization. Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
Program Management in Supply Chain
Aerospace/defense industry experience
Preferred Additional Skills:
Secret clearance preferred, but not required
Experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement (w/fixed-fee, incentive fee or award fee)
Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to periodically travel to supplier facilities (mainly domestic locations)
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.
Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]
8 YEARS IN AEROSPACE/DEFENSE INDUSTRY
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT EXP IN SUPPLY CHAIN
Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No
Compensation
Base Salary - USD $130,000 to $160,000
Full-time
Benefits - Full
Relocation Assistance Available - Yes
Commission Compensation - No
Bonus Eligible - No
Overtime Eligible - No
Interview Travel Reimbursed - No
Candidate Details
10+ to 15 years experience
Seniority Level - Director
Management Experience Required - No
Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
Willingness to Travel - Never