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 has an opening for a Contracts Specialist within the Spectrum Superiority (S2) Sector with a focus on direct international commercial sales. This role requires effective oral and written communication skills and the individual will be responsible for interfacing with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and execute contractual documents (request for proposal, contract awards, modifications, etc.)
• Interpret contract structures and types (FFP, CPFF, CPAF, FPIF, T&M, etc.) and differentiate associated risk levels
• Review all assigned proposals and bids, identify and include beneficial terms and conditions (including terms of payment, ITAR, taxes and duties, international considerations, etc.)
• Negotiate and interpret business agreements (teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, export license agreements, etc.)
• Identify contract issues in program performance, offer solutions, and implement those solutions as agreed upon by the team while exercising good judgment with minimal supervision
• Maintain positive internal and external customer relationships based on professionalism, responsiveness, and ethical conduct
• Working understanding of FAR/DFARS, specifically FAR Part 12, commercial items
• Understand and implement company policies and procedures

Essential Functions

• Working knowledge and understanding of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and/or equivalent government regulations
• Skilled in communication, analysis, negotiations, evaluation, and presentations, including respectful and professional behavior demonstrated at all times
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years prior related experience in the field of Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Contract Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Business Law, Finance, or other applicable field
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years related experience in the area of Contracts Administration/Management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry and/or Federal Government/military
• Juris Doctorate Degree
• Practical knowledge of project/program management

Pay

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $79,000 - $147,000.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

Schedule

9/80 schedule – employees work 9 out of 14 days, totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off.