Lead, Subcontracts

Lead, SubcontractsApplyL3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, 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 Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 48,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.Description:Job Title: Lead, SubcontractsJob Code: SAS20201811-53376Job Location: Rochester, NYJob Description:Subject matter expert with knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of project management.

Lead all aspects of the Subcontract acquisition process from proposal stage through Program award and execution.

This acquisition process includes requirements definition, generation of Statements of Work, generation of Requests for Proposals, proposal evaluations, source selections, negotiations and definitization, file documentation, ensuring compliance to all internal and Government FAR/DFAR/DPAS/CPSR Procurement Regulations, change management, invoice approvals, dispute resolution and subcontract close-out.

Analysis of markets and strategic sourcing to align with business goals.

Determines feasibility of material, components, specifications or requirements and supports product development activities, including proposal support and engineering change impacts to supply chain.

Responsible for managing Subcontractor cost, schedule and technical performance, and ensuring L3Harris and Customer objectives are achieved, including on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and affordability with the ability to monitor & assess project issues and develop mechanisms & resolutions to meet goals.

Strong understanding of baseline centric execution and Change Management with the ability to review status of projects, budgets, forecasts, EVMS; prepare status reports.

Develop, maintain and manage strategic relationships with suppliers to achieve Program, Customer and Corporate goals for sales, orders and profit.

Partners with Engineering, Program Team, Commodity Managers and Suppliers to drive alignment with commodity strategies for supply base optimization and lowest total acquisition cost.

Identify and mitigate supplier risk with active engagement in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Negotiation expertise to include drafting and negotiating contract vehicles including Subcontracts, Letter Subcontracts, Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements and Sole Source Agreements.

Establish & manage major contractual milestones, such as preliminary and critical reviews and other contractual schedule goals throughout the program, including analysis of supplier capacity and capabilities. Will ensure supplier ability to supply parts with on-going adjustment of material flow for adequate line fill and inventory optimization.

Responsible for initiating corrective action measures with Suppliers when necessary and assessing trends in performance to prevent delays or cost overrun.

Provide timely and accurate subcontract status to L3Harris Management.

Essential Functions:Motivated self-starter well versed in the Subcontract Process Flow and managing supplier performance in the areas of technical scope, schedule, and cost.

Work should be performed within set boundaries and with very little direct supervision.

Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide array of professional levels and functions.

Manage program budgets and explain variances in monthly performance.

Ability to navigate FAR/DFARS, ITAR, EAR regulations and internal procedures for compliance.

Support Small Business Initiatives.

Ability to generate spending plans, payment forecasts, and variance reports.

Follow strategic direction set by Program and functional leadership.

25% Travel.

Qualifications:Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 9 years of related experience, OR Graduate degree with a minimum of 6 years of related experience.

Previous Subcontracts experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:TS/SCI clearance preferred.

Experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost-Plus. (w/fixed-fee, incentive fee, or award fee)

Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Lean Six Sigma experience.

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.By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.