Specialist, Subcontracts 1

L3Harris Technologies; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Melbourne, FL seeks a Sr. Subcontracts Manager to lead the full lifecycle of subcontracts—from strategy through award and management—for U.S. Federal Government, commercial, international governments and defense programs.

The role demands advanced knowledge of FAR/DFAR, BOEs, SOWs, and supplier performance management, plus strong negotiation, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Graduate degree with 2+ years of related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, 8+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME for supply chain and communicate with cross-functional teams.
• Lead the subcontracts organization and guide a team of buyers and managers.
• Oversee contracts lifecycle, including strategy, negotiation, and performance management.
• Manage supplier performance, ensure schedule and cost targets, and collaborate with engineering.
• Develop SOWs, BOEs, proposals, and source selections; support audits.
• Apply DoD contract knowledge and ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR/ITAR.
• Manage changes, risk, and government property handling as needed.
• Support business development through agreements and risk assessment.
• Assist in risk mitigation and governance reviews at program level.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Subcontracts management

Negotiation

SOW development

FAR/DFAR/ITAR

BOE development

Leadership

Cost accounting basics

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office

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: 44965
• Job Location: Melbourne, FL
• Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee's work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. Subcontracts Manager (SCM) for our Melbourne, Florida business to oversee the entire lifecycle of our subcontracts, encompassing strategy development, solicitation, negotiation, award, and management of cost and schedule. The role involves working with diverse customer segments such as U.S. Federal Government, Commercial, International Governments, and Defense. The SCM will handle various subcontract types to mitigate risk and ensure alignment with L3Harris's goals. Responsibilities include acquisition strategy, SOW development, proposal generation, source selection, negotiation, subcontract documentation, supplier performance management, and technical collaboration. Additional duties involve change and risk management, handling government property, transportation, invoice processing, and payment. SCM also supports business development by negotiating agreements and assessing potential bidders for risks and capabilities, as well as aiding in audits.

Essential Functions

• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) across Supply Chain and communicate effectively with various functional organizations and executive leadership.
• Leads the assigned subcontracts organization or programs, providing guidance to a team of Subcontracts Administrators and Managers.
• Oversees supply chain activities, including metrics, KPIs, proposals, and cost savings initiatives, while advising senior management.
• Manages supplier performance, ensuring compliance with schedules and cost targets, and collaborates with engineering on technical subcontractor management.
• Possesses advanced knowledge of contract types, government proposals, Basis of Estimate (BOE) development, and program management.
• Utilizes advanced negotiation skills to manage subcontractor relationships and program risks effectively.
• Reviews technical Statements of Work (SOWs), ensuring clarity and eliminating ambiguity in requirements.
• Has an in-depth understanding of FAR/DFAR requirements, Prime Contract flow downs, International Trade Compliance, and supply chain strategies.
• Develops strategic acquisition solutions from capture to execution, working closely with PMO and Contracts to mitigate risks.
• Provides expert support for proposal activities, develops BOEs for Subcontract Management labor, and ensures alignment with Supply Chain proposals upon prime contract award.
• MRP Experience
• Some travel may be required.

Required Qualifications (one of the following)

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

Preferred Additional Skills

• 5 years experience in Program Management and/or Subcontracts. Experience to be one or a combination of the following: Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Contracts, Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Legal and Government compliance, and/or Finance. Coursework, or practical experience that demonstrates business acumen, compliance, legal, negotiations skills, analytical mindset, strategy development and execution.
• Highly proficient in MS Office suite of tools, including Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Demonstrate a strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Possess excellent communication skills, quality commitment, customer focus, strong interpersonal skills and be adaptable.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and program teams.
• Be a self-starter and team player.
• DoD contract experience.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws, rules, and regulations.
• Experience in managing various types of complex subcontracts, including hardware, software, complex services subcontracts, and follow-on/production subcontracts.
• Lean Six Sigma experience.
• Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting.
• Program Management skills.

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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