Specialist, Subcontracts

About L3Harris

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing 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.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Details

Job Title: Specialist, Subcontracts

• Job Code: 34077
• Job Location: Melbourne, FL
• Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description

We are seeking a Subcontracts Manager (SCM) for our Melbourne, Florida business to oversee the entire lifecycle of our subcontracts, encompassing strategy development, solicitation, negotiation, award, and management of cost and schedule. The role involves working with diverse customer segments such as U.S. Federal Government, Commercial, International Governments, and Defense. The SCM will handle various subcontract types to mitigate risk and ensure alignment with L3Harris's goals. Responsibilities include acquisition strategy, SOW development, proposal generation, source selection, negotiation, subcontract documentation, supplier performance management, and technical collaboration. Additional duties involve change and risk management, handling government property, transportation, invoice processing, and payment. The SCM also supports business development by negotiating agreements and assessing potential bidders for risks and capabilities, as well as aiding in audits.

Essential Functions

• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) across Supply Chain and communicate effectively with various functional organizations and executive leadership.
• Leads the assigned subcontracts organization or programs, providing guidance to a team of Subcontracts Administrators and Managers.
• Oversees supply chain activities, including metrics, KPIs, proposals, and cost savings initiatives, while advising senior management.
• Manages supplier performance, ensuring compliance with schedules and cost targets, and collaborates with engineering on technical subcontractor management.
• Possesses advanced knowledge of contract types, government proposals, and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development.
• Utilizes advanced negotiation skills to manage subcontractor relationships and program risks effectively.
• Reviews technical Statements of Work (SOWs), ensuring clarity and eliminating ambiguity in requirements.
• Has an in-depth understanding of FAR/DFAR requirements, Prime Contract flow downs, International Trade Compliance, and supply chain strategies.
• Develops strategic acquisition solutions from capture to execution, working closely with PMO and Contracts to mitigate risks.
• Provides expert support for proposal activities, develops BOEs for Subcontract Management labor, and ensures alignment with Supply Chain proposals upon prime contract award.
• Some travel may be required.

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.
• 5 years experience in Procurement and/or Subcontracts. 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.

Preferred Additional Skills

• 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.