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Senior Associate, Contracts

Posted Oct 28
Full Time
Remote

Job Description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

 

Job Description:

The Senior Associate, Contracts will assist the Contracts Lead in support of L3Harris Range and Test Systems and the Navigation Systems Teams. Will assist in the management of large, complex contracts and initiatives of substantial importance to the organization. Utilizes working knowledge of regulations including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), FAR supplements (e.g. DFARS) and other agency regulations.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Analyzes significant and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations and corporate policies and procedures
  • Protects the interest of the company by understanding and interpreting contractual terms and conditions
  • Provides business, contractual and risk mitigation strategy guidance
  • Manages the contractual review of solicitations, proposal development, negotiation, contract change control process (contract modifications) and overall contract administration
  • Establishes and maintains contractual interface with the customer
  • Maximizes cash through innovative contract formation and negotiation to achieve business objectives
  • Ability to travel – approximate 10% travel required, specific percentage of travel to be negotiated
  • Ability to work extended hours when required
  • May manage projects or processes with moderate supervision
  • Communicates with contacts inside and outside of own department to explain and interpret operational processes, practices, and procedures
  • Recommends enhancements to systems and processes
  • Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects with moderate impact on departmental results

 

Qualifications:

  • Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
  • 2-5 years of experience in profession with proficient knowledge of job area and practical knowledge of Contracts function  
  • Secret Clearance desired (or ability to receive a Secret Clearance). Clearance not required at time of hire.

 

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Proficient in Enterprise Resource Planning databases (SAP or CostPoint Preferred)
  • Strong Communication skills
  • Strong Customer interface skills

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $67K - $125K. 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.

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.

By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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.

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