Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

L3Harris Technologies; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL is seeking a Senior Specialist, Subcontracts to own the full lifecycle of complex subcontract execution for high-dollar programs. The role collaborates with Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to ensure compliant, timely awards while managing risk.

This position requires strategic thinking, cross-functional credibility, and readiness to travel as needed, within a dynamic SMS Subcontracts environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or 10+ years related experience in lieu of degree.
• Graduate degree with 4+ years related experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFAR, ITAR, and export controls.
• Experience with various contract types (FFP, CP, T&M, FPLH).
• Experience with subcontract development, negotiation, and administration.

Responsibilities

• Own major subcontract execution including cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality.
• Lead proposal development, negotiations, and contract execution for high-dollar subcontracts.
• Develop subcontract specs, statements of work, and T&Cs.
• Prepare bid packages and conduct bidder conferences; select subcontractors and administer awards.
• Negotiate and coordinate subcontract modifications and deletions.
• Support sourcing strategy and risk mitigation across programs.
• Coordinate with Trade Compliance on export control markings.

Skills

FAR/DFAR/ITAR knowledge

Negotiation skills (pricing/terms/IP)

Subcontracts lifecycle experience

EVMS/CAM/budgets forecasting

Supply chain risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

10+ years equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Cincom CONTROL

EXPO Supplier Portal

Job description

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

Job Code: 44533

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80

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. Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is executing a $118M Digital Transformation modernizing PLM, MES, and ERP systems across 11,000+ users and multiple sectors. Supply Chain is a critical enabler of that program. This role sits at the center of it. Operating out of the SMS Subcontracts Functional Homeroom, the Senior Specialist, Subcontracts serves as the primary subcontracts focal point within the SMS Segment Shared Services function. This role owns the full lifecycle of complex subcontract execution, from strategy and proposal through negotiation, award, and administration, supporting high-dollar, high-visibility programs across Program Management, Engineering, Finance, and Operations. SMS is managing an active and growing portfolio of subcontracts spanning system integrators, software vendors, managed service providers, and testing tool providers. The person in this role will support near-term execution and help build the subcontracting foundation the program needs to scale. This is not a transactional role. The person in this seat needs to think strategically, move quickly, and operate with credibility across functions and with executive leadership.

Essential Functions:

• Own all aspects of major subcontract execution including cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality, fully integrated within the program
• Lead proposal development, negotiations, and contract execution for high-dollar and complex subcontracts
• Develop subcontract specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for specialized materials, equipment, and services
• Prepare bid packages, conduct bidders conferences, evaluate proposals, select or recommend subcontractors, and administer resulting awards
• Negotiate and coordinate modifications, additions, and deletions to subcontracts
• Support and in some cases lead critical negotiations and sourcing strategy development across programs
• Work closely with Trade Compliance to ensure correct document markings including Export Controlled, Proprietary, ITAR, and EAR requirements
• Identify and communicate supply chain risks across program, technical, schedule, and quality dimensions, and develop mitigation plans
• Partner with SCMs, Program Managers, and technical personnel to support source selection, long-term agreements, teaming arrangements, and split order opportunities
• Participate in developing and improving subcontract policies and procedures across the segment
• Sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority
• Reporting to Segment but accountable to Program Manager, Business Development, Supply Chain Leadership, and Operations as required to support segment level subcontracting efforts
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (10%)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 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
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFAR, ITAR, and Export Laws and Regulations
• Experience with a range of contract types including FFP, CP, T&M, and FPLH
• Proven negotiation skills across pricing, terms and conditions, IP, and data rights
• Experience with development, production, sustainment, and service subcontracts
• Familiarity with EVMS, CAM, budgets, and forecasting
• Ability to assess and communicate supply chain risk clearly to program and executive leadership

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Comfortable working in a high-pressure environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Experience with Intellectual Property and Patent requirements
• Experience with proposals, capture activities, and Basis of Estimates
• Familiarity with Quality Requirements including APQP and ZDP
• Experience supporting military, international, domestic, and US Government subcontracts
• Experience with procurement and ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, Cincom CONTROL, or similar
• Proficiency with EXPO Supplier Portal and metric reporting systems
• Security Clearance: Not required upon hire or for role

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. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.