Specialist, Contracts

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.

About the role

L3Harris Aeromet in Tulsa, OK is looking for an experienced Contract Specialist to join our team. We’re seeking someone who has a strong background in US Government contracting and enjoys working across a variety of programs and requirements. In this role, you’ll manage day-to-day contract activities from start to finish and collaborate closely with teammates across the organization. We’re looking for someone who embodies our values—Integrity, Respect, Excellence—and brings strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary customer interface for all contractual matters
• Communicate contract obligations clearly across the program team
• Participate in proposal preparation, negotiations, and customer discussions
• Assess and mitigate risk across financial terms, delivery, warranty, IP, and more
• Prepare clear written communications for internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain accurate contract data in enterprise systems
• Ensure timely deliverables and invoice submission
• Review and update terms and conditions, identify risks, and negotiate resolutions
• Support additional program needs as required
• Collaborate with engineering, program management, finance, operations, supply chain, and quality to simplify complex guidance and support informed decision-making
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years prior experience, 2 year post-secondary/AA Degree and 6 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Skills

• Contract administration or contract management experience in the Aerospace or Defense industry
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFAR and/or government acquisition regulations
• An active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
• Clear understanding of DoD contracting and knowledge of multiple contract types
• Experience with intellectual property (IP) and data rights
• Working knowledge of export compliance
• Ability to resolve issues, think critically, and navigate complex problems

Schedule

9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days—totaling 80 hours worked—and have every other Friday off.