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Specialist, Subcontracts – TS/SCI

Palm Bay, Florida, Northampton, Massachusetts, Camden, New Jersey, Anaheim, California
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Subcontracts Manager (SCM) is responsible for the overall life cycle of a subcontract, from the initial sourcing and acquisition strategy development, through the solicitation, negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, subcontractor execution and closeout steps.  Subcontracts at L3Harris cover a variety of customer segments including U.S. Federal Government, Commercial, International Governments, International Commercial, and Defense, both domestic and international. L3Harris Subcontracts is an incredibly diverse landscape of technologies, products and services for development articles, production, technical & professional services requirements. 

Essential Functions:

  • 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.)
  • Must have ability to review technical SOWs, understand work scope, and hold other functions accountable to provide clarity and eliminate ambiguity in SOW language and technical requirements
  • Ensure all applicable Program, Company, engineering, and item-specific conformance criteria are clearly and adequately conveyed to suppliers
  • Negotiates legal documents as required (i.e., NDA, Teaming Agreements, Terms and Conditions, etc.), based on assigned signature authority
  • Responsible to award and manage resultant subcontracts and able to analyze and ensure compliance with the prime contract and program's contractual, legal, technical, and quality requirements
  • Understanding program requirements and risks, milestones, period of performance, end customer requirements, Trade Compliance (ITAR/EAR), subcontractor capabilities and stability, and engineering requirements. drawings
  • Moderate understanding of Programs and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and MRP systems, and an understanding of the cause-and-effect relationship of these systems
  • Familiarity with SOWs, FAR/DFARs, Prime and program requirements, requirements and engineering drawings
  • Knowledge of L3Harris processes, policies, procedures, and command media
  • 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 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.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance 

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • 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.
  • Proficient with MRP systems
  • Demonstrate a strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
  • Understanding of procurement systems and tools such as Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Control, Quality, Peoplesoft Financials, Expo, PDM and others
  • 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
  • Knowledge of contract types (i.e., FFP, Cost Reimbursement, T&M, CPFF, CPIF, etc.)
  • US Government contract experience

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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.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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