Lead, Subcontracts - TS/SCI

L3Harris Technologies; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL is seeking a Lead, Subcontracts with TS/SCI to manage the full subcontract lifecycle from sourcing through closeout. You will define acquisition strategies, craft SOWs, solicitations, and negotiate terms, working closely with engineering, program management, finance, and compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 9+ years (or equivalent), experience with various contract types, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of related experience; or 7+ with graduate degree; or 13+ years without a degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Experience negotiating NDAs, teaming agreements, and T&Cs.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional requests across Contracts, PMO, BD, Engineering, Finance, and more.
• Lead subcontract process from sourcing to closeout and manage supplier risk.
• Review SOWs, clarify work scope, and ensure unambiguous language.
• Negotiate NDAs, teaming agreements, and terms and conditions.
• Prepare compliant PO/Subcontract packages as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

MS Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Graduate Degree in a related field

Tools

MRP systems

ERP systems

MS Excel

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.

Job Title: Lead, Subcontracts - TS/SCI

Job Code: 45800

Job Location: Palm Bay, Florida

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

Job Description:

The Subcontracts Manager (SCM) is responsible for the overall life cycle of a subcontract, from the initial sourcing and acquisition strategy development, through solicitation, negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, subcontractor execution and closeout steps. Subcontracts leverage the variety of subcontract types, (i.e. fixed-price, cost reimbursement, time & material, labor hour, etc.) to best manage risk for both L3Harris and our customers. Typical management and administrative responsibilities include collaboration on the acquisition strategy and sourcing, development of the subcontract requirements (i.e. SOW development), generation of the solicitation / request for proposal, source selection, negotiation (price, schedule, technical, terms & conditions), establishment of the official subcontracts file and its required documentation, management of supplier cost, schedule performance and collaboration with engineering on the technical management of the subcontractor.

Essential Functions:

• Supports cross-functional requests and inquiries (i.e., Contracts, Program Management Office (PMO), Business Development (BD), Engineering, Finance, Quality, Operations, Logistics, International Trade Compliance and Regulatory Government Compliance, Accounts Payable (AP), Property Management, etc.).
• Subcontracts also supports business development activities on new pursuits and proposals, by initiating the Subcontract Process from the beginning steps of negotiating non-disclosure and/or teaming agreements and performing the appropriate due diligence on potential bidders in terms of supplier risk, financial stability, technical capability and quality management system assessments.
• Reviews technical SOWs, understand work scope, and hold other functions accountable to provide clarity and eliminate ambiguity in SOW language and technical requirements
• Negotiates legal documents as required (i.e., NDA, Teaming Agreements, Terms and Conditions, etc.), based on assigned signature authority.
• May prepare PO/Subcontracts compliant packages as required.

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.
• Active TS/SCI

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proficient with MRP systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and program teams.
• Be a self-starter and team player.
• 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.
• US Government contract experience.
• Knowledge of contract types (i.e., FFP, Cost Reimbursement, T&M, CPFF, CPIF, etc.)
• Negotiation skills, subcontractor management and program risk management.
• Proficient working experience with Microsoft Office, Excel skills (pivot tables, V-lookup, etc.), Word, Power Point Presentations, presentation/communication skills, and MRP/ERP.

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.

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