Specialist, Subcontracts

L3Harris; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist in Melbourne, FL, to support subcontract acquisition activities. This role involves ensuring compliance with government regulations, effective communication with stakeholders, and managing subcontract negotiations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience, particularly in negotiation and cost estimation. L3Harris offers a dynamic work environment with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS regulations necessary.
• Experience writing and negotiating subcontracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support subcontract acquisition activities from proposal to execution.
• Perform cost estimating and pricing reviews.
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Cost estimating

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

Job Title: Specialist, Subcontracts

Job Code: 36530

Job Location: Anaheim CA, Melbourne FL, Camden NJ, Northampton MA or Norfolk VA.

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 seeking a Subcontracts Specialist as it continues to develop and establish a foothold in the rapidly growing market space for Maritime. The Subcontract Specialist is an integral member of the cross‑functional team, responsible for supporting Subcontract acquisition activities from the proposal stage through program award and execution. The acquisition value stream includes requirements definition, sourcing, negotiation and definitization, acceptance and subcontract close‑out. Domestic/International travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure compliance to all internal and Government FAR/DFAR/DPAS/CPSR procurement regulations.
• Communicate effectively with a wide array of professional levels and functions.
• Successfully navigate tactical issues with some degree of autonomy, while consulting with leadership on matters of strategic program importance as needed.
• Perform cost estimating/pricing reviews and analysis in accordance with industry best practices, solicitation instructions, customer requirements and USG regulatory requirements.
• Conduct research into market and historical data and develop cost estimating models to evaluate price reasonableness and develop negotiation positions with subcontractors.
• Support Small Business initiatives.
• Ensure budget, sales forecast, and EVMS performance is met.
• Domestic/International travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or 2 years post‑Secondary/ Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Experience writing, issuing, and negotiating RFPs, NDAs, and subcontracts.
• Experience as proactive negotiator who can focus on "win-win" outcomes.
• 2‑4 years’ experience in the Subcontracts Process Flow.
• Experience generating spending plans, sales/payment forecasts, and variance reports.
• Experience managing program budgets and explaining variances in monthly performance.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS regulations and internal procedures for compliance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in managing various types of small to mid‑sized subcontracts, including hardware, software, complex service subcontracts, and follow‑on/production subcontracts.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Experience communicating effectively with a wide array of professional levels and functions.
• Strong and accurate communicator – both written and verbal.
• Experience with following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost‑Plus (w/fixed‑fee, incentive fee, or award fee), and Intercompany orders.
• Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting.
• Secret clearance preferred, but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado State, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Vermont and New York State is $69K-$128K. For California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Washington D.C., Maryland Greater Washington D.C. area, the city of Denver, Washington State and New York City, the salary range for this role is $79K-$147K. 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.

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