Senior Specialist, Contracts Manager

L3Harris; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a Senior Specialist in Contracts to manage contract lifecycles from start to finish in Clifton, NJ. The position requires expertise in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and compliance with federal regulations. Join a leading company focused on national security solutions, providing an inclusive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with FAR and DFARS guidelines preferred.
• Active TS/SCI clearance valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts through pre-award to closeout.
• Serve as primary liaison for contractual communications.
• Ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations.

Skills

Contract Management

Proposal Preparation

Contract Negotiation

Data Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance

Graduate 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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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: Senior Specialist, Contracts
Job Code: 24377
Job Location: Clifton, NJ
Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Contracts
Job Code: 24377
Job Location: Clifton, NJ
Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:
L3Harris Technologies is seeking an experienced Contracts professional to manage contracts through the entire lifecycle, from pre-award through closeout. This position will support proposal preparation, execute contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

Essential Functions:
• Contract Lifecycle Management: Oversee contracts from pre-award through closeout, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Proposal Support: Assist in the preparation of proposals, ensuring accuracy and completeness of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules.
• Contract Negotiation and Administration: Execute contract negotiations and administration, providing proper acquisition and fulfillment.
• Customer Interaction: Serve as the primary liaison for contractual communications between L3Harris and customers, resolving issues and securing approvals.
• Audit and Fact-Finding: Provide audit and fact-finding support for major proposals.
• Change Management: Conduct change management processes with internal teams and communicate equitable adjustment rights to customers.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal procurement regulatory requirements, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), FAR supplements (e.g., DFARS), and other agency regulations.
• Data Analysis: Compile and analyze data, maintain historical information, and prepare bids, specifications, progress, and other reports.
• Contractual Guidance: Advise management of contractual rights and obligations and interpret contract requirements to track contractual performance.
• Team Collaboration: Interface directly with customers, senior management, and program teams to ensure successful contract execution.
• Procurement Support: Assist procurement personnel with significant contracting tasks, including establishing flow-down terms and conditions.
• Business Outcomes: Influence successful business outcomes to achieve financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income, and free cash flow for new and continuing programs.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related field and a 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:
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience with reading and interpreting contracts and statements of work
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), FAR supplements (e.g., DFARS), and other agency regulations.
• Proven experience in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and administration.

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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.

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About the company

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains.

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