Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

L3Harris Technologies

. Lead subcontract activities for complex and specialized materials, equipment, and services supporting defense and aerospace programs .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $91,500 - $170,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in subcontract management, including the development and execution of strategies, negotiation of terms, and oversight of the full lifecycle of subcontract administration. Proficient in applying compliance standards such as FAR and DFARS while driving continuous improvement in subcontract processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Subcontract ManagementCost AnalysisNegotiation SkillsFAR/DFARS ComplianceSupplier Relationship Management

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Subcontract Strategy DevelopmentCost AnalysisProposal EvaluationRisk MitigationSupplier SolicitationPerformance ManagementLean ManufacturingSupply Chain ManagementContract AdministrationBid Package Preparation

Soft Skills

MentoringProblem SolvingCross-Functional CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MS PowerPointMS ProjectMS ExcelMS Word

Industry Keywords

Defense ProgramsAerospace ProgramsSubcontract LifecycleCompliance AssessmentsContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead subcontract activities for complex and specialized materials, equipment, and services supporting defense and aerospace programs
Develop and execute subcontract strategies aligned with program objectives, customer requirements, compliance obligations, and business goals
Prepare and review subcontract specifications, statements of work, sourcing plans, bid packages, and terms and conditions
Lead supplier solicitation activities, bidders’ conferences, proposal receipt and evaluation, and source selection support
Perform cost analysis, price analysis, and proposal evaluation across technical, schedule, financial, and performance considerations
Lead negotiations for pricing, terms and conditions, schedule commitments, risk allocation, and other business provisions
Oversee subcontract awards and full lifecycle administration, including performance management, funding actions, modifications, claims support, and closeout
Identify, assess, and mitigate subcontractor financial, technical, schedule, quality, and execution risks
Resolve complex subcontract issues and develop mitigation or recovery plans with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Provide subcontract guidance and strategic support to program teams
Apply FAR, DFARS, customer flow-downs, and company policies to subcontract actions and supplier management
Support fact-finding, audits, internal reviews, and compliance assessments
Drive continuous improvement of subcontract policies, procedures, tools, and processes
Mentor or train less experienced subcontracts professionals
Lead cross-functional initiatives and represent subcontracts in program, management, and customer-facing reviews
Sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within delegated authority

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant subcontracts experience; or Graduate Degree and minimum 4 years of prior related subcontracts experience; or, in lieu of a degree, minimum 10 years of prior related subcontracts experience
Knowledge of supply chain management, lean manufacturing, assembly and ATP processes
Experience interpreting program management, engineering and supplier demands in a continuously changing environment with minimal guidance
Working capability with MS PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Excel, and MS Word
Experience supporting supplier contracts above the TINA ($2M) with minimal guidance
Ability to travel up to 25% may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 schedule: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours worked, with every other Friday off
Health insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays