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L3Harris

Specialist, Subcontracts (Fort Wayne, IN)

L3Harris, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804


Job Title: Specialist, Subcontracts

Job Code: 17481

Job Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Job Description:

Manages 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

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.

Understanding of baseline centric execution and Change Management with the ability to review status of projects, budgets, forecasts, EVMS; contribute to status reports

Partners with Engineering, Program Team, Commodity Managers and Suppliers to help drive alignment with L3Harris commodity strategies for supply base optimization

Negotiation experience to include drafting and helping negotiate contract vehicles including Subcontracts, Letter Subcontracts, Teaming Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements

Establish & manage contractual milestones, such as preliminary and critical reviews and other contractual schedule goals throughout the program, including analysis of supplier capacity and capabilities.

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

Essential Functions:

Motivated self-starter 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 direct supervision

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

Review program budgets and explain variances in monthly performance

Ability to understand and meet FAR/DFARS, ITAR, EAR regulations and internal procedures for compliance

Support Small Business Initiatives

Ability to generate spending plans and payment forecasts

Follow strategic direction set by Program and functional leadership

Some travel (20 %)

Ability to obtain a US Government clearance

Qualifications:

Requires proficient knowledge of job area. May have practical knowledge of project management. Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

TS/SCI clearance preferred, but not required

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

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.