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Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

L3Harris Technologies, Clifton, NJ, United States


Job Title Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

Job Code 35797

Job Location Clifton, NJ

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

Job Description The Subcontracts Lead is an essential member of the EW Subcontracts / Supply Chain Management team.

The Lead will manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of subcontracts, including consults, solicitations, fact finding, sourcing, documentation, negotiations, cost and price analysis, terms and conditions negotiations, and subcontract execution.

They will be the main point of contact between suppliers and program teams and provide all contractual direction.

The individual will be an internal expert and thought leader in supply‑chain subcontracted efforts, responsible for managing supplier relationships, varying supplier levels, and leadership interactions.

The role requires effective communication, influence at all levels, and the ability to develop and champion process improvements to impact business outcomes.

Essential Functions

Lead subcontracted actions in support of assigned pursuits, proposals and programs (including Non‑Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Strategic Partnership development and Acquisition Strategy development)

Provide accurate and timely forecasting of subcontracted deliverables (data, hardware, milestones, etc.)

Report status of major subcontracts to internal leadership

Lead all aspects of the Subcontract proposal process including requirements gathering, SOW generation, RFx creation, proposal evaluation, source selection, negotiations, file documentation, change management, invoice approvals, dispute resolution and subcontract close‑out

Support strategic efforts that assist in meeting business goals and objectives

Drive cost‑savings initiatives and support streamlining of policies and procedures

Assist in training of junior members

Represent Subcontracts in program reviews (as required) and Supply Chain in supplier executive reviews

Drive supplier fact‑finding & source selection decisions

Lead supplier management on all assigned efforts; responsible for cost, schedule, quality, and risk management of assigned suppliers

Perform cost/price analysis, develop negotiation strategies, lead negotiations

Award and execute contracts and contract modifications

Manage and communicate supplier scorecards to supplier executives

Drive supplier root cause and corrective action plans

Travel (25% of the time anticipated)

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

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.

Preferred Additional Skills

Strong experience managing major subcontracted efforts in support of government and non‑government programs

Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARs

Experience with multiple subcontract types such as FFP, Cost‑Plus type contracts, T&M, etc.

Knowledge and experience with LEAN principles

PeopleSoft, Control (Cincom) experience

Experience in Lean & Six Sigma techniques and/or Green Belt certified

Cost Account Management (CAM) certified with practical experience

Experience procuring microelectronics

Experienced in Proposal and Capture activities

PMP, CPCM or CPSM Certified

Direct experience managing major subcontracts in support of government programs

Extensive Supplier Management Skills

Salary and Benefits In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey State is $90,000- $167,000.

This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; final offer may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including healthy and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays.

Specific programs and options available may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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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