Lead, Contracts

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Contracts Lead in Orlando, FL, to manage DoD prime contracts and multiple priorities with strong attention to detail. The role requires subject matter expertise in government contracts, regulations, and the ability to oversee large contracts with minimal direction.

The position involves independent work, cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to strategic efforts while maintaining rigorous records and ensuring compliance with company policies and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 9+ years of relevant experience.
• Graduate degree with 7+ years of experience preferred; in lieu of a degree, 13+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth RFP analysis, identify risks, and craft proposals in a fast-paced environment.
• Align contracts with company policies, legal requirements, and customer expectations.
• Manage the contract administration process to support internal and external customers.
• Serve as the liaison between L3Harris and customers, ensuring effective communication.
• Work with cross-functional teams to evaluate performance, costs, and delivery schedules for contract accuracy.
• Advise management on contractual rights and obligations to protect company interests.

Skills

RFP analysis

Contract management

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing 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. L3Harris 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.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Lead, Contracts

Job Code: 42586

Job Location: Orlando, Florida

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of evry 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris has an immediate opportunity for a Contracts Lead with comprehensive knowledge of Department of War prime contracts and the ability to manage multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail. The position requires subject matter expertise with comprehensive knowledge of Government contracts, regulations and ability to manage large, complex contracts of substantial importance to the division with minimal oversight or direction. This position will contribute to efforts to expand and grow strategic footprint within the organization and requires a demonstrated self-starter and problem solver, capable of high-level independent work administering prime contracts, and regularly contributing to business strategy formation and tactical implementations at all levels.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct in-depth RFP analysis, identifying risks, and crafting compelling proposals in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.
• Align contracts with company policies, legal requirements, and customer expectations.
• Manage the contract administration process for optimal support of internal and external customers.
• Serve as the key liaison between L3Harris and customers, ensuring effective communication and collaboration
• Work with cross functional teams to evaluate performance, costs, and delivery schedules to ensure contract accuracy and completeness
• Demonstrate independent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Prioritize tasks with urgency and commitment integrity to meet multiple deadlines and customer commitments
• Advise management on contractual rights and obligations to protect company interests
• Maintain detailed records for all contracts managed
• Clearly present information to various stakeholders, including management
• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Active clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Ability to articulate contractual, financial, programmatic, and technical matters across any business medium
• Experience effectively interfacing at all levels of company management.
• Practical knowledge of project management and program finance
• Familiarity with working alongside DCMA, DCAA, and other federal agencies
• Experience managing intellectual property and data rights issuesFamiliarity with Finance, Contract Management, and Proposal Software

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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