Job Title: Specialist, Subcontracts Job Code: 38239 Job Location: Mason, OH Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off. Job Description: L3Harris Technologies is currently seeking a Specialist, Subcontracts to contribute to the success and growth of our Space and Sensors division located in Mason, OH. The Specialist, Subcontracts determines approaches to objectives, demonstrating a broad understanding and application of procurement/ subcontract principles, concepts and practices in a DoD environment. This position requires a minimum of 4 years’ experience in defense procurement, subcontracting, and manufacturing. Essential Functions: <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Procure complex major components and subassemblies to support various programs, including commodities such as electronic, mechanical, optical components or assemblies, capital equipment, and electronic/optical systems. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Manage subcontracts for complex procurements; Includes preparation of Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), proposal evaluation and analysis, and issuance and maintenance of purchase orders and subcontracts. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Select and recommend suppliers, negotiate pricing, delivery, quality, terms and conditions, and execute non-disclosure agreements and service agreements. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Develop material cost reduction strategy. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Create and issue fixed price, time and material, labor hour and cost-type purchase orders. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Lead formal source selection teams; conduct formal cost/price analysis, cost audits, fact-finding and formal negotiations. Negotiate the lowest possible total cost for the product (balance price with optimum quality and schedule needs). </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Identify opportunities to mitigate supply chain risk. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Administer post-award of large high dollar/program critical subcontracts. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Create purchase orders/subcontract files in compliance with all command media and necessary process disciplines for audits. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Ensure the creation of Statements of Work with input from appropriate functional areas. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Track CDRL requirements of the contract/SOW to completion. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Support Integrated Product Teams (IPT) through supply chain representative or as an active team member. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Monitor and provide feedback to IPT on critical supplier performance to ensure timely delivery to manufacturing schedules; Inter and Intra departmental coordination is essential. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Active participation in company and department initiatives such as strategic sourcing and various L3Harris improvement efforts. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Provide training and mentorship to less experienced peers to further Inter departmental growth. </li> </ul> Qualifications: <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior subcontracts experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior subcontracts experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior subcontracts experience. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Active US Secret clearance </li> </ul> Preferred Additional Skills: <ul> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> PMP or CPIM certifications are highly desirable. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Knowledge within Deltek, Costpoint, SAP, and ProPricer. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Knowledge in the procurement/subcontracting processes of military grade products. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Demonstrated experience working within proposal teams, generating material estimates for bids and proposals, and providing substantiating evidence as needed. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Comprehensive understanding of the DoD 5000.02 framework and Earned Value Management principles. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Proven ability to direct and manage multiple projects with effective prioritization and resource allocation. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Strong team player with excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Superior verbal and written communication abilities, along with strong organizational, negotiation, and management skills. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office applications, particularly Excel. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Strong capability in reading and interpreting specifications, statements of work, and technical drawings. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Extensive knowledge of FARS, DFARS, and ITAR regulations as they pertain to purchasing requirements. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> Expertise in developing and implementing policies and processes. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> In-depth understanding of small business government requirements. </li> <li style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> A strong commitment to and experience in continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Six Sigma tools. </li> </ul> In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $79,000 - $147,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $69,500 - $128,500. 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. #LI-SS3

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