Senior Specialist, Government Compliance

L3Harris Technologies 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.

About the role

The Space & Mission Systems (SMS), Supply Chain Government Compliance and Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) supports the Supply Chain Operations & Compliance organization by monitoring supply chain operations to ensure compliance with supply chain policies and procedures, FAR/DFARS/AMS government regulations, and industry standards. This full-time position supports the Mission Networks Sector and may require travel within the US for conferences.

Responsibilities

• Complete Purchase Order compliance reviews to support maintaining an approved purchasing system.
• Lead and support quarterly internal functional compliance system reviews and internal control self-assessments.
• Offer guidance in development, implementation, and management of supply chain and purchasing procedures that support the L3Harris CAS 410 Segment, FAR/DFARS/AMS government regulations, and industry best practices.
• Collect, document, monitor, and analyze supply base for business size and small business classification compliance; track performance to supplier diversity improvement initiatives, monitor attainment of projections to goals and plans, and assess utilization gaps.
• Maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting records. Prepare internal and federal customer-required reports.
• Evaluate Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements for Small Business utilization and participation. Support development and implementation of customer-required subcontracting plans; prepare customer-required Small Business subcontracting reports to plan.
• Support the development of templates and other tools that support compliant purchasing and supply chain actions.
• Monitor and ensure all records and documents are maintained according to supply chain best practices, government regulations, and relevant policies and procedures.
• Participate in the development and implementation of systems that result in improved operational efficiency and reduced organizational risk.
• Assist in training buyers on L3Harris Government Compliance Systems, policies and procedures, and government regulations.
• Coordinate information related to internal/external audits, DCMA CPSR’s reviews to support maintaining an approved purchasing system with the government, and DCMA Small Business 640 reviews to maintain acceptable government ratings.
• Remain informed of government regulations and policies of L3Harris such as FAR, DFARS, and AMS requirements.
• Lead and support process improvements aimed at enhancing the buyer experience, including upstream improvements in engineering, quality, and materials management.

Requirements

• Experience with FAR/DFARS/AMS government regulations.
• Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 6 years of experience or Graduate degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior experience as a Supply Chain professional, technical consultant, or similar role.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10+ years of prior related experience.
• 3+ years of Supply Chain experience supporting Government FAR, DFARS, and AMS regulations.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related area.
• Ability to prioritize competing work assignments and initiative to complete tasks.
• Experience working in a fast-paced team environment, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts and to prepare concise oral and written reports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Schedule

9/80 work schedule.