Associate, Subcontracts

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing 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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech, delivering end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

About the role

Subcontracts at L3Harris cover a variety of customer segments, including U.S. Federal Government, Commercial, International Governments, International Commercial, and Defense, both domestic and international. This role oversees the overall life-cycle of a subcontract, from initial sourcing and acquisition strategy development through solicitation, negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, subcontractor execution, and closeout steps.

L3Harris Subcontracts manages a diverse landscape of technologies, products, and services for development, production, technical, and professional services requirements. Subcontracts leverage various subcontract types (e.g., fixed-price, cost reimbursement, time & material, labor hour) to best manage risk for both L3Harris and our customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the basic concept, use, and purpose of Subcontracts.
• Prepare purchase order/subcontract compliant packages as required and administer ongoing/awarded subcontracts as proficiency increases.
• Navigate routine tasks with assistance.
• Assist in locating information in systems by running reports or navigating software programs.
• Develop an understanding of Subcontracts' relationship with other functions such as Contracts, Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Quality, Business Development, and others.
• Develop an understanding of procurement systems and tools such as Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Control, Cognos, Quality, Excel, Peoplesoft Financials, Expo, and PDM.
• Participate in proposal activities by completing actions assigned by the Subcontracts Manager or leading proposal efforts.
• Assist with the timely administration of subcontracts, purchase orders, contract modifications, requests for proposals, negotiations, and processing of legal documents.
• Develop an understanding of forecasting and the Supply Chain's influence on the annual operating plan, including orders, sales, profit, and cash flow.
• Help manage subcontractor performance, including scorecards, terms and conditions, and active communication.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field, or have completed such a degree within the last 12 months.

Pay

The salary range for this role in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $53,500.00 - $99,500.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer may vary based on factors including experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Relocation stipend
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid holidays

The specific programs and options available may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.