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 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 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Title: Senior Associate, Contracts

Job Code:  16620

Job Location: Greenville

Schedule: 9/80 (off every other Friday)

Job Requirements:

L3 Harris is actively seeking a Senior Associate, Contracts for a direct hire opportunity for our location in Greenville, TX.  We do offer competitive wages with benefits and offer a generous relocation package. 

This position in the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Sector of the (IMS) Integrated Mission Systems Segment will join a Contracts team responsible for a diverse business area, with defense customers from various USG Departments and Agencies, various foreign governments, as well as large and small business prime contractors.

This job administers, extends, negotiates, and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts. Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

Essential Functions:

Preparing contractual letters, Terms & Conditions, Representations & Certifications for proposals to the U.S. Government and other DoD ContractorsProviding audit and fact-finding support for major proposalsAdministering and closing contracts Compiling information and reportsInterpreting contract requirements and track contractual performance to the requirementsWorking with customers, management, and program teams to resolve issues, secure approvals, and ensure successful contract executionServing as the primary liaison for contractual communications between L3Harris and our customersConducting change management processes with internal team and communicating equitable adjustment rights to customersAssists in proposing and negotiating contracts for the company’s products and services in prime and subcontracting environments.Ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulatory requirementsAssisting procurement personnel with significant contracting tasks, including establishing flow-down terms and conditions.Utilizes knowledge of regulations including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), FAR supplements (e.g. DFARS) and other agency regulations. Influencing successful business outcomes to achieve business and financial objectives for orders, revenue recognition, operating income and free cash flow for new and continuing programs. Providing guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support level employees.Demonstrated professional maturity and confidence in expressing a point of view with senior managementMust possess strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify discrepancies and inconsistencies in data and documents, ensuring high levels of accuracy and quality in all work outputs.Performing other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s 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.Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance, which requires US citizenship.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize appropriatelyDemonstrated strong communication (verbal and written), organization, negotiation skills, and management skillsDemonstrated strong computer skills including MS office applications (strong Excel and Word skills). Demonstrated ability to read and interpret contracts and statements of work

Preferred Skills (beyond required):

Experience working with Defense programs, FAR/DFARS, and TINASecret ClearanceProficiency in utilizing and interpreting financial models and analysesAbility to constructively challenge others and take a robust stance when required to promote or defend the company’s position.Self-motivating and able to manage multiple contracts with minimal assistance from others.Excellent people skills with a positive attitude, able to collaborate in a diverse, multi-disciplinary team environment.

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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