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L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

Lead Subcontracts

Contract ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWilmington, MA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Subcontract Management Process Flow.
  • Ability to manage supplier performance on Cost-Type contracts across technical scope, schedule, and cost.
  • Ability to work with urgency and within tight deadlines.
  • Ability to manage program budgets and explain monthly performance variances.
  • Ability to navigate FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR regulations, and internal procedures for compliance.
  • Ability to support Small Business Initiatives.
  • Ability to generate spending plans, payment forecasts, and variance reports.
  • Ability to follow strategic direction set by Program and functional leadership.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products.
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 9 years of relevant experience, or a graduate degree and at least 7 years of related experience; alternatively, at least 13 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Ability to travel periodically to supplier facilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of the subcontract acquisition process from proposal stage through program award and execution with minimal oversight.
  • Define requirements; generate Statements of Work and Requests for Proposals; evaluate proposals; conduct source selections, negotiations, and definitization; perform cost and price analysis; document files; ensure compliance with internal and Government FAR, DFARS, DPAS, and CPSR procurement regulations; manage changes; approve invoices; resolve disputes; and close out subcontracts.
  • Manage and drive subcontractor cost, schedule, and technical performance on various subcontract types, including Cost-Type subcontracts.
  • Ensure L3Harris and customer objectives are achieved, including on-time delivery, quality, and affordability.
  • Draft and negotiate complex subcontract vehicles, including subcontracts, letter subcontracts, teaming agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
  • Establish major contractual milestones, including preliminary and critical reviews and other contractual schedule goals.
  • Develop solutions to complex subcontract problems and identify opportunities for performance improvement and cost reduction.
  • Initiate and track closure of corrective actions with suppliers when necessary.
  • Develop and maintain working relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners.
  • Provide timely and accurate subcontract status to L3Harris management and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Ensure budget, sales forecast, and Earned Value Management System performance are met.
  • Manage supplier performance on Cost-Type contracts across technical scope, schedule, and cost.
  • Manage program budgets and explain monthly performance variances.
  • Generate spending plans, payment forecasts, and variance reports.
  • Support Small Business Initiatives.

Desired Qualifications

  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook.
  • Proficiency with Materials Requirements Planning systems.
  • Experience adapting to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and prioritizing and multitasking.
  • Experience with Department of Defense contracts.
  • Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and ITAR laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Experience managing complex subcontracts, including hardware, software, complex services, and follow-on or production subcontracts.
  • Lean Six Sigma experience.
  • Experience as a Cost Account Manager for subcontracts, managing budgets and sales forecasting.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management processes.

About the Company

L3Harris Technologies

Global defense contractor delivering aerospace tech

L3Harris Technologies provides advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems for governments and commercial customers. Its products include sensors, communications, and propulsion—such as tactical radios, night-vision gear, satellite payloads, missile defense, and space propulsion—delivered as integrated systems for operations across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company blends legacy technologies from two joining giants with newer capabilities, faster acquisition cycles, and a focus on missiles, space, and resilient communications to field solutions quickly. Its goal is to be a trusted, scale-ready provider of next‑generation defense and intelligence capabilities for national security and related customers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Melbourne, FL
Founded
1895

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