Operating with minimal oversight or direction, this position serves as a key subcontracts subject matter resource and is expected to manage high-value, high-risk, and complex subcontracting efforts that directly impact program execution and customer commitments. The SPM partners cross-functionally with program management, contracts, engineering, quality, finance, supply chain, and legal to develop subcontracting strategies, resolve complex supplier issues, mitigate risk, and drive successful business outcomes. This is an opportunity to join a mission-focused team supporting critical programs in a highly regulated environment.
Essential Functions
Leads subcontract activities for complex and specialized materials, equipment, and services in support of defense and aerospace programs
Develops and executes subcontract strategies aligned with program objectives, customer requirements, compliance obligations, and business goals
Prepares and reviews subcontract specifications, statements of work, sourcing plans, bid packages, and terms and conditions for complex procurements
Leads supplier solicitation activities, conducts bidders’ conferences, manages proposal receipt and evaluation, and supports source selection decisions
Performs detailed cost analysis, price analysis, and overall proposal evaluation based on technical, schedule, financial, and performance considerations
Leads negotiations for subcontract pricing, terms and conditions, schedule commitments, risk allocation, and other business provisions within delegated authority
Oversees issuance of subcontract awards and the administration of subcontracts through the full lifecycle, including performance management, funding actions, modifications, claims support, and closeout
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates subcontractor risk, including financial, technical, schedule, quality, and execution risk
Resolves complex subcontract issues and develops mitigation or recovery plans in coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Provides subcontract guidance and strategic support to program teams, ensuring alignment with technical requirements, contractual obligations, and program schedules
Oversees the application of FAR, DFARS, customer flow-downs, and company policies to subcontract actions and supplier management activities
Supports fact-finding, audit activity, internal reviews, and compliance assessments related to subcontracting activity
Drives continuous improvement of subcontract policies, procedures, tools, and processes to improve efficiency, compliance, and business performance
May serve as a mentor, trainer, or informal leader to less experienced subcontracts professionals
May lead cross-functional initiatives or represent the subcontracts function on program reviews, management reviews, and customer-facing discussions
May sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within delegated authority
Travel up to 25% may be required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience, or
Graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience, or
In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC areas is $110,500.00 - $205,000.00. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont and Virginia is $95,500.00 - $117,500.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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