Sr Specialist, Contracts

L3Harris Technologies; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Contracts in Palm Bay, FL to provide expert guidance across the full contract lifecycle for government, commercial and international contracts.

You will collaborate with Program Management, Legal, Finance and Supply Chain to ensure compliant execution and alignment with corporate objectives. The role emphasizes independent, detail‑oriented, professional performance with the ability to influence senior decisions without direct supervisory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, or Graduate Degree with 4+ years.
• Extensive experience with DoD contracts and a wide range of contract types.
• Negotiation experience with complex government contracts (FAR Part 15).

Responsibilities

• Review solicitations and prepare compliant proposals; lead contract negotiations and ensure documentation supports objectives.
• Maintain independence and professionalism; influence senior‑level decisions and manage risk while working in a fast‑paced environment.

Skills

Contract negotiation

DoD contracting

FAR Part 15 experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

Job description

Job Title

Sr. Specialist, Contracts

Job Code

40108

Job Location

Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule

9/80

Job Description

Serves as contracts professional responsible for providing expert guidance and oversight across the full contract lifecycle on complex government, commercial and international contracts. Reports to Senior Manager or higher. Communicates within and outside of organization to explain and influence changes to policies, practices, or approaches. This position reports directly to Manager of Contracts and functions as a key business advisor, ensuring all contractual action aligns with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements and risk management strategies. Will collaborate closely with Program Management, Legal, Finance and Supply Chain to ensure sound business decisions and compliant execution.

Essential Functions

• The ability to perform advanced contract management activities including reviewing solicitations and preparing compliant proposals, leading contract negotiations and ensuring that all contractual documentation supports company and customer objectives. Responsibilities include interpreting contract terms, identifying and mitigating risks, managing contract modifications and advising internal teams on contractual rights and obligations.
• The candidate must possess a high degree of independence, professionalism, and technical expertise with the ability to operate in a fast‑paced organization. This role requires a strong attention to detail, superior communication skills and the capacity to influence and inform senior‑level decision making without direct supervisory responsibilities.

Required 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.
• Management and leadership knowledge in Department of Defense Contracts. Extensive experience with a wide range of contract types and efforts, e.g. CPFF, FFP, IF, AF, etc. development, production, engineering services, commercial and non‑commercial, etc.
• Negotiation experience with FAR Part 15 programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Government and Industry Contracting.
• Active security clearance but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.