Title:  Specialist, Subcontracts

Job Title: Specialist, Subcontracts

Job Code: 29405

Job Location: Anaheim, CA. or Mason, Ohio

Schedule: 4/10  or 9/80 (depends on location)

L3Harris 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.

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:

L3Harris Technologies is currently seeking a Specialist, Subcontracts to contribute to the success and growth of our Interstate Electronics division located in Anaheim, CA.  The Specialist, Subcontracts determines approaches to objectives, demonstrating a broad understanding and application of procurement/ subcontract principles, concepts and practices in a DoD environment. This position requires a minimum of 4 years’ experience in defense procurement, subcontracting, and manufacturing. 

Essential Functions:

• Manage subcontracts for complex efforts for development and production phased programs; Includes preparation of Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), proposal evaluation and analysis, and issuance and maintenance of purchase orders and subcontracts. 
• Procure complex major components and subassemblies to support various programs, including commodities such as electronic, mechanical, optical components or assemblies, capital equipment, and electronic/optical systems, on an “as needed” basis

• Select and recommend subcontractors, negotiate pricing, delivery, quality, terms and conditions, and execute non-disclosure agreements and service agreements. 

• Develop material cost reduction strategy. Create and issue fixed price, time and material, labor hour and cost-type purchase orders 

• Lead formal source selection teams; conduct formal cost/price analysis, cost audits, fact-finding and formal negotiations. Negotiate the lowest possible total cost for the product (balance price with optimum quality and schedule needs).  

• Identify opportunities to mitigate supply chain risk. 

• Administer post-award of large high dollar/program critical subcontracts 

• Create purchase orders/subcontract files in compliance with all command media and necessary process disciplines for audits 

• Ensure the creation of Statements of Work with input from appropriate functional areas.  

• Track CDRL requirements of the contract/SOW to completion 

• Support Integrated Product Teams (IPT) through supply chain representative or as an active team member 

• Monitor and provide feedback to IPT on critical supplier performance to ensure timely delivery to manufacturing schedules; Inter and Intra departmental coordination is essential 

• Active participation in company and department initiatives such as strategic sourcing and various L3Harris improvement efforts 

• Provide training and mentorship to less experienced peers to further Inter departmental growth 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience; MBA is highly preferred 

• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience in procurement, supply chain management, contracts, or defense subcontracting within a manufacturing environment is preferred 

• Must be a US Citizen 

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge within Deltek, Costpoint, SAP, and ProPricer  

• Knowledge in the procurement/subcontracting processes of military grade products 

• Demonstrated experience working within proposal teams, generating material estimates for bids and proposals, and providing substantiating evidence as needed 

• Comprehensive understanding of the DoD 5000.02 framework and Earned Value Management principles 

• Proven ability to direct and manage multiple projects with effective prioritization and resource allocation 

• Strong team player with excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills 

• Superior verbal and written communication abilities, along with strong organizational, negotiation, and management skills 

• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office applications, particularly Excel 

• Strong capability in reading and interpreting specifications, statements of work, and technical drawings 

• Extensive knowledge of FARS, DFARS, and ITAR regulations as they pertain to purchasing requirements 

• Expertise in developing and implementing policies and processes 

• In-depth understanding of small business government requirements 

• A strong commitment to and experience in continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Six Sigma tools 

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $77,000 - $144,500. 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.