Senior Subcontracts Strategist for Defense Programs

Harris Corp - composite aero-structures division; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Senior Specialist, Subcontracts. You will lead complex subcontract procurement activities for defense and aerospace programs, owning the full lifecycle from strategy through closeout, while ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will develop smart subcontracting strategies, perform detailed cost/price analyses, negotiate terms, and collaborate with program management, contracts, engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of subcontracts experience, or graduate degree with 4+ years of experience, or 10+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in defense/aerospace contracting environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and flow-down requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leads subcontract activities for complex materials, equipment, and services.
• Develops subcontract strategies aligned with program objectives and compliance.
• Prepares statements of work, bid packages, and terms for complex procurements.
• Leads supplier solicitation, bidder conferences, and proposal evaluation.
• Performs cost and price analyses and evaluates proposals.
• Negotiates subcontract pricing, terms, and schedule commitments.
• Administers subcontracts through full lifecycle including closeout.
• Identifies and mitigates subcontractor risk with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Subcontracts management

Negotiation

Cost analysis

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

Job description

L3Harris Technologies in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Senior Specialist, Subcontracts. You will lead complex subcontract procurement activities for defense and aerospace programs, owning the full lifecycle from strategy through closeout, while ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will develop smart subcontracting strategies, perform detailed cost/price analyses, negotiate terms, and collaborate with program management, contracts, engineering,