Senior Specialist, Subcontracts

L3Harris Technologies

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

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $79,500 - $170,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in subcontract management, including the development and execution of strategies, negotiation of terms, and oversight of compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor less experienced professionals while driving continuous improvement in subcontract processes.

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Subcontract ManagementCost AnalysisNegotiation SkillsFAR/DFARS ComplianceSupplier Contract Management

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Hard Skills

Subcontract Strategy DevelopmentCost AnalysisPrice AnalysisProposal EvaluationRisk MitigationPerformance ManagementSupplier SolicitationContract NegotiationLifecycle AdministrationLean Manufacturing

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringProblem SolvingCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS PowerPointMS ProjectMS ExcelMS Word

Industry Keywords

Defense ProgramsAerospace ProgramsSupply Chain ManagementContinuous ImprovementCompliance Assessments

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
Lead negotiations for pricing, terms and conditions, schedule commitments, and risk allocation
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
Provide subcontract guidance and strategic support to program teams
Oversee application of FAR, DFARS, customer flow-downs, and company policies
Support fact-finding, audits, internal reviews, and compliance assessments
Drive continuous improvement of subcontract policies, procedures, tools, and processes
Mentor, train, or informally lead 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
Graduate Degree and minimum 4 years of prior related subcontracts experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related subcontracts experience
Knowledge of supply chain management, lean manufacturing, assembly and ATP processes
Ability to interpret 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

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
9/80 schedule with every other Friday off