Specialist, Subcontracts

L3Harris Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Subcontracts to lead strategy, negotiation and management of government and supplier contracts in a remote-capable role. You will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, program management and finance to ensure compliant, on-time subcontract delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience (or 8 years without a degree) and proficiency in MS Office tools; prior experience with government procurements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of subcontracts experience; advanced degrees preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, 8+ years of related subcontracts experience.
• Experience in government procurements and complex subcontracting environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute subcontract strategies aligned with program objectives.
• Lead negotiations to establish subcontract agreements and manage lifecycle.
• Monitor subcontractor performance with defined metrics and audits.
• Collaborate with engineering, finance, and program management to meet requirements.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect delivery and cost.

Skills

Subcontracts management

Contract negotiations

Cross-functional collaboration

Procurement knowledge

Program management liaison

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

8 years of related subcontracts experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

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 (Remote)

Job Code: 46693

Job Location: Remote Opportunity

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

Procurement Professional with strong knowledge of supply chain and procurement with broad knowledge of project management. This role manages complex procurements, projects and processes that can be inside or outside of their immediate job area. Typically, responsible for managing multiple Government procurements in support of multiple Government Programs. Explains, interprets, communicates and achieves cooperation on policies, procedures and practices with internal and external customers. Typically provides guidance and assistance to other employees. This position requires following established procedures and policies to perform assigned tasks. Requires use and/or application of supply chain/procurement principles, theories, and concepts learned from prior experiences with the analysis of the issues. Work is performed with general oversight.

Essential Functions:

• Subcontract Strategy Formulation: Develop and execute subcontract strategies to align with program and organizational objectives, while effectively managing risks and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
• Contract Negotiation and Management: Lead negotiations to establish subcontract agreements with favorable terms and conditions. Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, ensuring all parties adhere to agreed terms.
• Performance Oversight and Evaluation: Monitor and evaluate subcontractor performance using defined metrics. Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure subcontractors meet delivery schedules, quality standards, and cost requirements.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, finance, and program management, to ensure subcontract requirements are clearly understood and support program needs.
• Risk Identification and Mitigation: Identify potential risks associated with subcontracting activities. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address these risks, minimizing impact on project delivery and costs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant subcontracts experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related subcontracts experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related subcontracts experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of supply chain management, lean manufacturing, assembly and ATP processes.
• Experience interpreting program management, engineering and supplier demands in a continuously changing environment with minimal guidance.
• Working capability in the use of typical office computer programs for conduct of program management such as MS PowerPoint (presentations, logic diagrams), MS Project (basic scheduling), MS Excel (entering formulas, graphing, developing spreadsheets), and MS Word (tables, program plans).
• Experience in supporting supplier contracts above the TINA ($2M) with minimal guidance.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $79,000.00 - $147,000.00. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Virginia, and Vermont is $69,500.00 - $128,500.00. 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.

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.