About L3Harris Technologies: L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries. The Sr. Manager Subcontracts for the Maritime Undersea System Division (USS) Division will lead all aspects of subcontracting supporting all USS sites. Responsible to supervise all USS subcontracting specialists. Reports to USS Division Supply Chain lead.
Lead all aspects of the Subcontract process from proposal stage through Program award and execution. This process includes requirements definition, generation of Statements of Work, generation of Requests for Proposals, proposal evaluations, source selections, negotiations and definitization, file documentation, ensuring compliance to all internal and Government FAR/DFAR/DPAS/CPSR Procurement Regulations, change management, invoice approvals, dispute resolution and subcontract close-out
Responsible for managing subcontractor cost, schedule, and technical performance, and ensuring L3Harris and Customer objectives are achieved including on-time delivery, exceptional quality, and affordability with the ability to monitor & assess project issues and develop mechanisms & resolutions to meet goals.
Utilize knowledge of baseline centric execution and Change Management to review status of projects, budgets, forecasts, EVMS; prepare status reports
Partner with Engineering, Program Team, Commodity Managers and Suppliers to drive alignment with commodity strategies for supply base optimization and lowest total acquisition cost
Supervise the drafting and negotiation of contract vehicles including Master Agreements, Subcontracts, Letter Subcontracts, Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements and Sole Source Agreements
Establish & manage major contractual milestones, such as preliminary and critical reviews and other schedule goals throughout the program, including analysis of supplier capacity and capabilities.
Responsible for initiating corrective action measures with Suppliers when necessary and assessing trends in performance to prevent delays or cost overrun
Essential Functions:
All supervisory functions and daily management of USS subcontracts specialists and overall responsibility for the subcontracting function across the division.
Seamless integration of Subcontracts, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Planning organizations in support of Program Management and Business Development
Accountable to Program Manager, Business Development, Supply Chain Leadership and Operations
Responsible to analyze diverse set of issues and challenging development program(s) changes and communicate effectively to Program(s) and Supply Chain Executive Leadership
Work closely with program management and technical personnel, to support/manage high-dollar value proposals and subcontracts
Strategically support program(s) on critical negotiations
Utilize strong negotiations skills and knowledge of legal terms and conditions
Experience with Intellectual Property (IP) and Patent requirements
Work closely with Trade Compliance and provide guidance and support to the Program(s) related to correct document markings. (i.e. Export Controlled, Proprietary Information, ITAR, EAR, etc.)
Coordinate directly with technical teams to identify processes, requirements, Statements of Work improvements and propose changes, to include Supply Chain risk mitigation strategies with possible cost savings/avoidance
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
10+ years of Subcontracts Management experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
Proven experience in leading high performing teams.
Solid knowledge of defense supply chain and purchasing processes. Must have experience with FAR/DFARS contractual terms and conditions, and experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost-Plus (w/fixed-fee, incentive fee, or award fee) .
Experience in negotiation of large complex subcontracts and agreements.
Excellent analytical and organization skills.
Must have advanced computer skills and a solid understanding and knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
US Citizenship required.
Work onsite in Northampton, MA, Salt Lake City, UT, Fall River, MA, Hanover/Millersville, MD
Ability to travel periodically; expected to be no more than 20%
Preferred Additional Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline. Master’s degree in a related field desired. MBA a plus.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with all levels of management.
Ability to manage change in an organization, reengineering its culture and approach to workload management.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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.