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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 Title: Specialist, Contracts

Job ID: 25959

Job Location: Waco, Plano, Greenville or Rockwall, TX

Job Schedule: 9/80 off every other Friday

Job Description:

L3 Harris is actively seeking a Specialist, Contracts for a direct hire opportunity for our location in Waco, Texas. 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, 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 Contractors

+ Providing audit and fact-finding support for major proposals

+ Administering and closing contracts

+ Compiling information and reports

+ Interpreting contract requirements and track contractual performance to the requirements

+ Working with customers, management, and program teams to resolve issues, secure approvals, and ensure successful contract execution

+ Serving as the primary liaison for contractual communications between L3Harris and our customers

+ Ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulatory requirements

+ Assisting procurement personnel with 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.

+ Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related field and a minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

+ An Active Secret Clearance

+ Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize appropriately

+ Must 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.

+ Strong communication (verbal and written), organization, negotiation skills, and management skills

+ Excellent computer skills including MS office applications (strong Excel and Word skills).

+ Ability to read and interpret contracts and statements of work

+ 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.

Preferred Skills:

+ Experience working with Defense programs, FAR/DFARS, and TINA

+ Proficiency in utilizing and interpreting financial models and analyses

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.

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 resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, 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.

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