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Job Title:

Senior Specialist, Subcontracts Job Code:

43524

Job Location:

Bristol, PA - onsite

Job Schedule:

9/80; Off every other

Friday Job Description:

The Subcontracts Specialist is responsible for the cradle-to-grave management of complex subcontract and procurement activities supporting development, production, and proposal efforts. This position serves as a key business partner to Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance organizations to ensure supplier performance, contractual compliance, and program execution objectives are achieved. The successful candidate will independently manage competitive and sole-source procurements, conduct supplier negotiations, administer subcontract agreements, and support proposal and production activities in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment

Essential Functions:

Lead the full subcontract lifecycle, including sourcing strategy development, RFP/RFQ issuance, proposal evaluation, negotiations, subcontract award, administration, and closeout. Perform price and cost analysis to determine fair and reasonable pricing and document procurement decisions in accordance with company procedures. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, statements of work, terms and conditions, and risk mitigation strategies with suppliers. Prepare and administer purchase orders, subcontracts, modifications, and related contractual documentation. Partner with Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support program schedules, resolve supplier issues, and mitigate supply chain risks. Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and delivery requirements and develop corrective action plans when necessary. Support proposal efforts by obtaining supplier quotations, evaluating supplier responses, and developing sourcing recommendations. Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, FAR/DFARS regulations, CPSR requirements, and applicable procurement procedures. Maintain procurement documentation and subcontract files to support internal audits, customer reviews, and DCMA oversight activities. Identify and execute cost savings, risk reduction, and process improvement opportunities. Support supplier relationship management activities, business reviews, and strategic sourcing initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. 4 years experience conducting supplier negotiations and administering subcontract agreements.

Preferred Qualifications:

May have practical knowledge of project management. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with limited supervision. Working knowledge of

FAR, DFARS, CPSR

requirements, and government procurement regulations. Experience managing complex procurements from solicitation through contract closeout. Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or government contracting environments. Experience supporting both development and production programs. Experience performing proposal evaluations, price analysis, and source selections. Familiarity with ERP systems such as InforLN, SAP, Costpoint, or similar procurement platforms. Experience managing supplier performance, resolving supply chain risks, and leading cross-functional supplier engagements. Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and suppliers to achieve program objectives. #LI-PD2 L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish .