Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Subcontracts

　　Job Location: Millersville, MD

　　Schedule: (ie 9/80, 4/10, etc…) 9/80

　　L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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.

　　About L3Harris Technologies:

　　L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

　　Job Description:

　　Responsible for the procurement of subcontracts including the management of cost, schedule and performance parameters. Implement sourcing strategies, assesses supplier risk (including financial) and develops mitigation plans. Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services. Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts. Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts. Participates with contracts administration and purchasing to develop subcontract policies and procedures. Select methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for achieving goals and objectives. May sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.

　　Essential Functions:

　　Interacts with direct manager and/or group leader, and works directly with other functions such as: contracts, program office, cross functional peers, and cross functional leaders.

　　Must be able to communicate effectively with direct leadership and a wide array of professional levels and functions.

　　Serve as the leader for all program's Subcontract activities, and advise/communicate with senior management.

　　Support cross-functional requests and inquiries (i.e., Contracts, Program Management Office (PMO), Business Development (BD), Engineering, Finance, Quality, Operations, Logistics, International Trade Compliance and Regulatory Government Compliance, Accounts Payable (AP), Property Management, etc.).

　　Provide Subcontract expertise in creating SOWs, understand work scope, and hold other functions accountable to provide clarity and eliminate ambiguity in SOW language and technical requirements.

　　Single point of contact to assigned POs, PO modifications, subcontractors, direct management, and to internal customers.

　　Complete understanding of program requirements and risks, milestones, period of performance, end customer requirements, Trade Compliance (ITAR/EAR), subcontractor capabilities and stability, and engineering requirements. drawings.

　　Moderate familiarity with SOWs, FAR/DFARs, Prime and program requirements, requirements and engineering drawings.

　　Reviews Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW) to ensure compliance and integrate specific subcontract management deliverables as applicable (forecast, timecard report, etc.)

　　Reponsible for managing timely administration of subcontracts, purchase orders, contract modifications, request for proposals, negotiations, and processing of legal documents.

　　Supports program kick off and the preparation of kick off packages with guidance from direct management and based on program requirements.

　　Moderate accountability to perform program closeout of subcontracts related contractual obligations (e.g. CFE/GFE, deliveries, open commitments, residual material disposition), by completing program assigned actions.

　　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.

　　Total years 4-8 related experience to be one or a combination of the following: Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Contracts, Procurement, 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.

　　Minimum 1 year experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, WORD, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

　　Previous DOD contracts experience. Knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws, rules, and regulations.

　　Preferred Additional Skills:

　　Active DOD secret clearance. Ideally an active DOD secret clearance from start.

　　Highly proficient in MS Office suite of tools, including Outlook.

　　Proficient with MRP systems.

　　Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.

　　Negotiating terms & conditions of a contract & working with legal team.

　　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.

　　Experience in managing various subcontract types.

　　Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting.

　　L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.