Lead, Subcontracts

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead, Subcontracts to drive end-to-end subcontract acquisition from proposal to award and execution. The role requires ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR/ITAR and managing complex subcontracts across hardware, software, and services.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor budgets and EVMS, and lead negotiations to align with customer objectives and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required with 9+ years of relevant experience; a Graduate Degree reduces experience needs to 7+ years.
• In lieu of a degree, equivalent 13+ years of related experience is acceptable.
• Willingness to travel to supplier facilities periodically.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Subcontract acquisition process from proposal through award and execution with minimal oversight.
• Define requirements, draft Statements of Work, issue RFPs, evaluate proposals, perform source selections and definitization.
• Manage subcontractor cost, schedule, and technical performance on various Subcontracts including Cost-Type Subcontracts.
• Draft and negotiate Subcontract vehicles and ensure alignment with FAR/DFAR/DPAS/ITAR/EAR regulations and internal processes.
• Provide timely subcontract status updates to management and stakeholders; ensure budget, EVMS, and forecast accuracy.

Skills

Subcontract Management

Cost Analysis

Negotiation

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelors Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

MRP Systems

ITAR/EAR Knowledge

Earned Value Management

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, Subcontracts

Job Code: 41739

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO, Wilmington, MA

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

• Lead allaspects of the Subcontract acquisition process from proposal stage through Program award and execution with minimal oversight.
• This acquisition process includes requirements definition, generation of Statements of Work, generation of Requestsfor Proposals, proposal evaluations, source selections, negotiations and definitization, cost and price analysis, file documentation, ensuring compliance to all internal and Government FAR/DFAR/DPAS/CPSR Procurement Regulations, change management, invoiceapprovals, disputeresolution and subcontract close-out.
• Responsible for managing and driving Subcontractor cost, schedule and technical performance on various types of Subcontracts, including Cost-Type Subcontracts.
• Ensure L3Harris and Customer objectives are achieved, including on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and affordability.
• Draft and negotiate complex Subcontract vehicles including Subcontracts, Letter Subcontracts, Teaming Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements.
• Establish major contractual milestones, such as preliminary and critical reviews and other contractual schedule goals.
• Applyingenuity andinnovation to develop solutions to complex subcontractproblems and identify areas for performance improvement and cost reduction.
• Responsible for initiating and tracking closure of corrective action measures with Suppliers when necessary.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners.
• Providetimely and accurate subcontract status toL3Harris Management and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ensure budget, sales forecast, and EVMS performance are met.

Essential Functions:

• Motivated self-starter who has comprehensive knowledge of the Subcontract Management Process Flow.
• Manage supplier performance on Cost-Type contracts in the areas oftechnical scope, schedule, and cost.
• Operate with sense of urgency and within tight deadlines.
• Manage program budgets and explain variances in monthly performance.
• Ability to navigate FAR/DFARS, ITAR, EAR regulations and internal procedures for compliance.
• Support Small Business Initiatives.
• Ability to generate spending plans, payment forecasts,and variance reports.
• Follow strategic direction set by Program and functional leadership.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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.
• Ability to travel to supplier facilities periodically.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Highly proficient in MS Office suite of tools, including Outlook.
• Proficient with MRP systems.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Possess excellent communication skills, quality commitment, customer focus, strong interpersonal skills and be adaptable.
• DoD contract experience.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws, rules, and regulations.
• Experience in managing various types of complex subcontracts, including hardware, software, complex services subcontracts, and follow-on/production subcontracts.
• Lean Six Sigma experience.
• Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting.
• Experience with Earned Value Management processes.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $110,500 - $205,000 the salary range for this role in Colorado is $95,500 - $177,500 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.

The application window for this requisition is anticipated to close Septemeber 28th.

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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.