Sr Specialist, Subcontracts
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Procurement / Purchasing, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Job Title
Sr Specialist, Subcontracts
Job Code40145
Job LocationClifton, NJ
Job Schedule9/80 (Off every other Friday)
Job DescriptionThe Senior Subcontracts Specialist is an essential member of the Electronic Warfare (EW) Subcontracts / Supply Chain Management team. The Subcontracts Manager is responsible for managing end‑to‑end lifecycle of subcontracts and is responsible for solicitations, fact finding, sourcing, documentation, negotiations, cost/price analysis, terms and conditions negotiations, and subcontract execution. The Senior Subcontracts Specialist is the main point of contact between suppliers and program teams and provides all contractual direction.
EssentialFunctions
- Create solicitations, lead proposal fact finding and analysis, perform source selections.
- Responsible for the technical, schedule, cost & risk management of assigned suppliers.
- Assures suppliers meet all PO requirements and develops mitigation plans.
- Responsible for reporting of major subcontracts to internal stakeholders and leadership teams.
- Performs cost/price analysis, develops negotiation strategies, leads negotiations.
- Negotiates terms and conditions.
- Manages Statement of Work (SOW) requirements, provides support for SOW generation.
- Award contracts and execute contract modifications.
- Manage supplier performance and scorecards.
- Bachelor’s degree and minimum 7 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate degree and a minimum of 5 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
- Direct experience managing major subcontracts in support of government program(s).
- Good financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, and earned value or similar program performance management tools experience.
- Experience procuring electronic equipment (preferably major subassemblies).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work in ambiguous environments.
- Ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Contracting knowledge and experience.
- Working knowledge of FAR/DFARs.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Experience with multiple subcontract types such as FFP, cost‑plus type contracts, T&M, etc.
- Ability to work independently or as a team.
- Demonstrated leadership of cross‑functional teams.
- Extensive supplier management skills.
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 $91,000 - $170,500. 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. L3
Harris 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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Harris 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.
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Harris 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.
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