Lead, Subcontracts

L3Harris Technologies•Wilmington, MA

13d•$95,500 - $205,000

About The Position

The Lead, Subcontracts manages the subcontract acquisition process from proposal stage through program award and execution with minimal oversight. The work includes defining requirements; preparing Statements of Work and Requests for Proposals; evaluating proposals; conducting source selections, negotiations, and definitization; performing cost and price analysis; documenting files; ensuring compliance with internal and Government procurement regulations; and managing changes, invoice approvals, disputes, and subcontract close-out. The role manages subcontractor cost, schedule, and technical performance across various subcontract types, including cost-type subcontracts. It supports achievement of L3Harris and customer objectives for on-time delivery, quality, and affordability; drafts and negotiates complex subcontract vehicles; establishes contractual milestones; and identifies solutions to complex issues and opportunities for performance improvement and cost reduction. The Lead also tracks supplier corrective actions, develops relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners, reports subcontract status to management and stakeholders, and ensures budget, sales forecast, and EVMS performance objectives are met.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; or a 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.
Comprehensive knowledge of the Subcontract Management Process Flow.
Ability to operate with a sense of urgency and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to navigate FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and EAR regulations and internal procedures for compliance.
Ability to travel periodically to supplier facilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

High proficiency with the MS Office suite, including Outlook.
Proficiency with MRP systems.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment, prioritize, and multitask.
Excellent communication skills, commitment to quality, customer focus, strong interpersonal skills, and adaptability.
DoD contract experience.
Knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR laws, rules, and regulations.
Experience managing complex subcontracts, including hardware, software, complex services, and follow-on/production subcontracts.
Lean Six Sigma experience.
Experience as a Cost Account Manager for subcontracts, managing budgets and sales forecasting.
Experience with Earned Value Management processes.

Responsibilities

Lead the subcontract acquisition process from proposal stage through program award and execution with minimal oversight.
Define requirements and generate Statements of Work and Requests for Proposals.
Evaluate proposals; conduct source selections, negotiations, and definitization; perform cost and price analysis; and document procurement files.
Ensure compliance with internal and Government FAR, DFAR, DPAS, and CPSR procurement regulations, as well as applicable FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and EAR requirements.
Manage change control, invoice approvals, dispute resolution, and subcontract close-out.
Manage and drive subcontractor cost, schedule, and technical performance, including on cost-type subcontracts.
Support L3Harris and customer objectives, including on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and affordability.
Draft and negotiate complex subcontract vehicles, including subcontracts, letter subcontracts, teaming agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
Establish contractual milestones, including preliminary and critical reviews and other contractual schedule goals.
Develop solutions to complex subcontract problems and identify performance improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
Initiate and track supplier corrective actions when necessary.
Develop and maintain working relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners.
Provide timely and accurate subcontract status to L3Harris management and cross-functional stakeholders.
Ensure budget, sales forecast, and EVMS performance are met.
Manage supplier performance on cost-type contracts in technical scope, schedule, and cost.
Manage program budgets and explain variances in monthly performance.
Generate spending plans, payment forecasts, and variance reports.
Support Small Business Initiatives and follow strategic direction set by program and functional leadership.