Full-Time

Lead – Contracts

L3Harris Technologies

L3Harris Technologies

10,001+ employees

Defense technology solutions for national security

Compensation Overview

$108k - $201k/yr

Rochester, NY, USA

In Person

On-site; Rochester, NY 14609.

Category
Legal & Compliance (2)
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Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • Requires comprehensive level knowledge of job area.
  • May have in-depth knowledge of project management.
  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
  • Must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in negotiating, drafting and administering complex government and/or commercial contracts.
  • Must have knowledge of procurement regulations (e.g. FAR, DFARS)
  • Demonstrated capability negotiating contractual matters in government and/or commercial setting
  • Experience managing and utilizing an ERP System to facilitate Contracts records and bookings
Responsibilities
  • Supports a variety of contract types for both services and products in a commercial and/or traditional US Government contracting environment.
  • Develops, negotiates, and administers contracts while monitoring compliance with government acquisition and export control regulations.
  • Interacts directly with customers and senior management personnel.
  • Drives major efforts such as proposals from a contracts perspective, coordinating with all involved functions.
  • Contributes to the preparation and analysis of the business and financial structures of proposals, contracts, agreements and business unit operational initiatives.
  • Participates in new business pursuit strategies, and presents a complete business position in bid and no bid recommendations.
  • Participates in the business analysis and review of proposed business terms, costs, risks and opportunities during cost and price reviews.
  • Contributes in proposal estimating, pricing, and documentation requirements.
  • Drafts, negotiates, and reviews agreements such as Teaming, Non-Disclosure, Licensing, Escrow, and other legal documents.
  • Reviews regulatory & policy changes for impact and makes recommendations to ensure continued compliance with all applicable procurement regulations and policies.
  • Serves as the primary facilitator of commercial negotiations, both domestically and internationally
  • Identifies and helps execute opportunities to improve programmatic financial positions during contract administration.
  • Processes timely and accurate entries into and management of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
  • Demonstrates self-motivation and agility as the primary focal point for all Contractual matters within the Division. Operates collaboratively with a high degree of independence.
Desired Qualifications
  • MBA Preferred
  • Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills with a proven ability to work well in a team environment
  • Experience with export control regulations (ITAR, EAR), and international commercial principles such as INCOTERMS.
  • Experience in a commercial contracting environment preferred
L3Harris Technologies

L3Harris Technologies

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L3Harris Technologies provides defense and national-security technology solutions across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. It develops integrated systems with advanced communications, surveillance, and reconnaissance to support government agencies and defense contractors under long-term contracts. The product combines hardware, software, and services to deliver secure, interoperable, mission-critical capabilities. Its goal is to help clients strengthen operational readiness and national security through reliable, multi-domain technologies and sustained partnerships.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Melbourne, Florida

Founded

1895

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What believers are saying

  • Q1 2026 revenue hit $5.74 billion, beating estimates, with 15% organic growth and $40 billion backlog.
  • Secured $600 million classified space contract and $2.2 billion NATO special mission aircraft deal.
  • Missile solutions revenue surged 18% on Pentagon demand, backed by $1 billion DoD investment.

What critics are saying

  • Bernstein cuts price target to $405 on May 4, 2026, due to 2027 US defense budget uncertainty.
  • RTX and Northrop Grumman win mid-2026 Hypersonic Tracking Sensor program, costing $2 billion revenue.
  • Fixed-price NASA Artemis II contracts trigger cost overruns, eroding 16% operating margins in 2026.

What makes L3Harris Technologies unique

  • L3Harris integrates space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains for mission-critical defense solutions.
  • Company supplies over 1600 components per F-35 aircraft, including weapon release systems.
  • Co-developed AI-optimized satellite constellation with Xoople for precision Earth observation.

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Company News

Yahoo Finance
Apr 13th, 2026
L3Harris Technologies grows EPS 16% annually with $220M insider stake

L3Harris Technologies has demonstrated solid financial performance with earnings per share growing 16% annually over the past three years. The US$66 billion defence contractor reported revenue of US$22 billion, up 2.5%, whilst maintaining stable EBIT margins. Company insiders hold US$220 million worth of shares, representing 0.3% of the company. Whilst modest in percentage terms due to L3Harris's size, this stake provides alignment between management and shareholders. The company's combination of revenue growth, profit expansion and insider ownership distinguishes it from speculative, loss-making ventures. Its established track record of profitability offers investors lower risk compared to companies relying solely on growth narratives without financial substance. The article suggests L3Harris warrants consideration for investors seeking profitable, growing companies over high-risk ventures.

Yahoo Finance
Apr 9th, 2026
L3Harris up 71.8% in one year but trades at premium 42.1x P/E multiple above industry average

L3Harris Technologies has raised investor attention following recent share price movements, with the stock up 2.3% over the past week. The company has delivered strong longer-term returns, including a 71.8% one-year total shareholder return and 92.9% over three years. With revenue of $21.9 billion and net income of $1.6 billion, L3Harris is trading at $361.97. One valuation narrative suggests the stock is modestly undervalued at a fair value of $392.16, supported by expected US defence budget growth and the company's positioning in areas like missile warning and tracking. However, L3Harris' current price-to-earnings ratio of 42.1x sits above the US aerospace and defence industry average of 38.8x, suggesting potential valuation risk if market sentiment shifts.

The Associated Press
Apr 8th, 2026
Xoople and L3Harris unveil AI-optimised satellite constellation after seven years of development

Xoople, an AI data infrastructure company, and L3Harris Technologies have announced the co-development of a satellite constellation optimised for AI applications. The system, resulting from seven years of design and research, aims to deliver unprecedented precision in Earth observation data. The constellation features advanced optical and sensor design to maximise data quality, providing what Xoople calls "Earth's System of Record". The platform is designed to support AI systems shifting towards autonomous action, offering real-time monitoring with precision levels where even 1% error is unacceptable. Applications include supply chain optimisation, infrastructure management, risk underwriting, disaster response and security monitoring. CEO Fabrizio Pirondini said the system delivers the scale and precision required for AI-era decision-making across enterprises and governments.

Yahoo Finance
Apr 2nd, 2026
L3Harris powers NASA's Artemis II with over 100 mission elements, but fixed-price contracts may pressure margins

L3Harris Technologies supplied propulsion, avionics, thrusters and communications systems for NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years. The company's involvement spans more than 100 mission elements, highlighting its capabilities in space hardware and systems integration for government programmes. Whilst the Artemis II role demonstrates L3Harris's technical breadth, analysts note it does not materially alter the near-term investment case. The company faces ongoing risks from fixed-price development contracts and potential US space budget constraints that could pressure margins. L3Harris's investment narrative projects $27 billion in revenue and $2.9 billion in earnings by 2029, requiring 7.3% annual revenue growth. Community analysts estimate fair value between $388 and $452 per share.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 23rd, 2026
Hegseth pushes $200B defence spending boost — Axon and L3Harris named top buys

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth plans to request $200 billion from Congress to fund operations against Iran, adding to the Pentagon's roughly $1 trillion budget for the current fiscal year. Two defence stocks well-positioned to benefit from this spending increase are Axon and L3Harris, according to Barchart. Axon, which provides law enforcement equipment including Tasers and AI-driven systems, reported 39% revenue growth to $797 million in Q4. The company's AI-powered tools are particularly relevant given recent suspected terrorist attacks in the US. L3Harris, a defence contractor selling missiles, satellites and communications products, saw 6% revenue growth to $5.6 billion last quarter, whilst cash from operations jumped 74% year-over-year. Analysts predict Axon's earnings per share will rise 13% this year and 115% in 2027.