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Senior Specialist, Program Finance

Yorba Linda, California, Sacramento, California, Melbourne, Florida
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Senior Specialist, Program Financial Analyst will support the project team members in the planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size and complexity. The analyst will assist in generating monthly Integrated Program Management Reports (IPMR and/or IPMDAR), Quarterly Estimate at Completions (EACs), Earned Value Management and preparation of monthly forecasts outlooks for Orders, Sales, EBIT, Cash and Working Capital.

We are seeking a proactive, self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.  Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to be able to collaborate with key functional stakeholders. Ideal candidate must be detail oriented with good organizational skills and capable of multi-tasking and the ability to work with minimal day-to-day supervision.

Essential Functions:

  • Responsible for Earned Value Management, baseline planning/execution, and estimate to complete changes
  • Monitor weekly, monthly, and quarterly cost forecasts against actuals
  • Perform variance analysis and support internal / external reporting requirements.
  • Interface with cross-functional departments to support assigned projects and ad hoc business area requests.
  • Support Integrated Baseline Reviews and close out of action items
  • Support internal/external EVMS Surveillance Audits
  • Detail oriented with ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with contracts such as CPAF, CPIF, CPFF, T&M, FFP, etc.
  • Makes moderate to substantial improvements to systems and processes. 
  • Provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees. 
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Responsible for knowing/following L3Harris policies and procedures.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience with Deltek Cobra, Deltek Costpoint, Empower and Cognos
  • Advanced Excel Skills (Macro’s, Arrays, SUMIF’s formulas
  • Demonstrated strong working knowledge of EVMS Tools such as Cobra, Empower or wInsight and Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience with EVMS reporting including Monthly EV Processing, generating CDRLs and supporting IBRs and Surveillance reviews with DCMA Audits

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $88,000 - $164,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $76,500 - $141,500. 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.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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