Title:  Principal, Contracts

Job Title: Principal, Contracts Manager

Job Code: 29367

Job Location: Anaheim, CA

Work Schedule:  9/80 Regular (Every other Friday off)

About L3Harris Technologies:

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 space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Description:

The Principal, Contracts will provide contractual guidance and direction as it relates to the execution of company programs, business development, and day-to-day operations.  This role will oversee and execute BPMI Contracts and support compliance with FAR, DFAR, and the applicable BPMI contract documents .

Essential Functions:

• Preparation, negotiation, acceptance and management of contracts including time and materials, firm-fixed price, fixd price incentive fee, and cost reimbursement.
• Problem Solving Skills.  The ability to investigate a struggling program, determine the problem or cause of those struggles, and to determine if there are any opportunities to improve the situation - such as entitlements. 
• Provide contractual advice and guidance and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program office, finance, pricing and security for seamless contract administration.
• Provide knowledge of applicable government regulations in the execution of business activity. Serve as advisor and make recommendations as needed on contractual, proposal and business matters.
• Support proposal efforts including review of contract provisions and review of proposal response.
• Conduct negotiation activity and settlement of provisions, producing sound contract terms and conditions, teaming agreements, contract amendments/modifications, which mitigate/minimize company risk and support company goals.
• Comply with procedures and systems necessary to afford adequate contract controls and services, including contract records management and reporting.
• Coordinate all essential activity with legal Counsel and obtain necessary approvals for proposal submittals, contract negotiation, award, execution, and close-out.
• Work with business development and program departments to support current and future business needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
• 10+ years of experience with leadership in contracts management and proposal development, including overseeing large, complex proposals and negotiations.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Government contracting
• Demonstrated strong business acumen.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and the FAR, DFAR, ITAR and other government procurement regulations.
• This position will require the individual to be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office,
• Strong communication
• Self-starter
• Diligent researcher for best practices

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $130,500 - $230,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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