Subcontracts Lifecycle Specialist

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist to manage the full lifecycle of government and commercial subcontracts in Chantilly, VA. You will guide SOW development, vendor negotiations, and cost/schedule performance with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have a strong grasp of FAR/DFAR/ITAR, multiple contract types, and TS/SCI with CI Poly. This role requires attention to detail, independent work capability, and clear communication across management and program teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of related experience, or graduate degree with 2+ years of related experience, or 8+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws and government contracting.
• Experience negotiating subcontracts and managing supplier risk and cost/schedule.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems; able to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of subcontracts from sourcing to closeout.
• Develop SOWs, solicitations, and negotiate terms and conditions.
• Manage cost and schedule performance and liaise with engineering on technical aspects.
• Prepare compliant subcontract packages and maintain official files.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

TS/SCI with CI Poly

Education

Bachelor's Degree, 4+ years experience

Graduate Degree, 2+ years experience

In lieu of a degree, 8 years of related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel (Pivot tables, V-lookup)

MRP/ERP

PowerPoint

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist to manage the full lifecycle of government and commercial subcontracts in Chantilly, VA. You will guide SOW development, vendor negotiations, and cost/schedule performance with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have a strong grasp of FAR/DFAR/ITAR, multiple contract types, and TS/SCI with CI Poly. This role requires attention to detail, independent work capability, and clear communication across management and program teams.