Senior Associate, Contracts

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is hiring for Senior Associate, Contracts in Nashville and other locations to support proposal preparation, pre-contract data collection, and administering, extending, negotiating and terminating standard and nonstandard US Government and International contracts.

The role emphasizes developing skills in interpreting contract terms, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance under FAR, DFARS, and ITAR guidance, with oversight from senior contracts staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0–2 years of related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Supports contract management activities including reviewing solicitations and assisting in the preparation of compliant proposals.
• Assists in contract negotiations and helps ensure contractual documentation supports company and customer objectives.
• Develops foundational skills in interpreting contract terms, identifying risks, processing contract modifications, and understanding contractual rights under guidance of senior staff.
• Assists in ensuring contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, with oversight from senior staff.
• Reviews RFPs and assists in preparing proposals including engineering changes; supports negotiation activities and defines proposal scope under senior staff guidance.
• Assists in performing basic risk assessment of proposal and contract terms; supports risk mitigation strategies with guidance from senior staff.
• Works with customers, management, and program teams to help resolve issues and contribute to successful contract execution under senior guidance.
• Assists in serving as a point of contact for the customer during various phases of a program.
• Generates, maintains, and organizes contract documentation and files in accordance with company procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Experience with government contracts

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Senior Associate, Contracts

Job Code: 41997

Job Location: Nashville,TN; Tulsa,OK; Melbourne,FL; Greenville, TX; Loveland, CO; Rochester, NY

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

Job Description:

L3Harris is currently hiring for the role of Senior Associate, Contracts. This position is responsible for conducting proposal preparation, pre-contract data collection, and administering, extending, negotiating and terminating standard and nonstandard US Government and International contracts.

Essential Functions:

• Supports contract management activities including reviewing solicitations and assisting in the preparation of compliant proposals.
• Assists in contract negotiations and helps ensure that contractual documentation supports company and customer objectives.
• Develops foundational skills in interpreting contract terms, identifying risks, processing contract modifications, and understanding contractual rights and obligations under the guidance of senior contracts staff.
• Assists in ensuring contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, customer specifications, FAR, DFARS, and ITAR, with oversight from senior contracts personnel.
• Reviews RFPs and assists in preparing proposals including engineering changes; supports associated negotiation activities and participates in defining proposal scope under the direction of senior staff.
• Assists in performing basic risk assessment of proposal and contract terms and conditions; supports the development and execution of risk mitigation strategies with guidance from senior contracts personnel.
• Works with customers, management, and program teams to help resolve issues, support approvals, and contribute to successful contract execution under the direction of senior contracts staff.
• Assists in serving as a point of contact for the customer during various phases of a program.
• Generates, maintains, and organizes contract documentation and files in accordance with company procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience working US Government Contracts either as a Prime or as a Subcontractor to a Prime.
• Experience effectively communicating with area leadership.
• Experience in problem solving through creative solutions.
• Openness to learning and willingness to proactively ask questions.
• Strong communication skills

The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland, Ohio, Vermont and Virginia is $60,500 - $112,500. 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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