Lead, Contracts (San Diego) with Security Clearance

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing 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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Contracts Lead Job Code: 36662 Job Location:San Diego, CA Shift 9/80 (employee's work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off) L3Harris is hiring for the role of Contracts Lead. This role serves as a subject matter expert with comprehensive knowledge of job area and in-depth knowledge of contract management.

Duties include: (1) managing large, complex contracts of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction, (2) communicating within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches, (3) making significant improvements in processes, systems, or products, and (4) providing input into new products/processes and implement operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results.

Essential Functions

Responsible for proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities for assigned contracts/programs.

Serves as the primary communication conduit between Harris and the respective customers.

Provides a proactive voice in the business process.

Provides proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

Analyzes material estimates, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Prepares bids and proposals.

Prepares and conducts negotiations.

Processes specifications, progress reports, and other reports.

Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.

Compiles and analyzes data as required. Maintains historical information for assigned contracts.

Ability to clearly present information to broad audience, inclusive of manageme Required Qualifications:

BA/BS in a business or related field with 9+ years of experience in contracts management, preferably dealing with US Government contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must

Active Secret/FOUO security clearance or ability to obtain one

Experience with international and commercial contracts is a plus.

Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, CAS.

Negotiation experience.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.).

Demonstrated ability to build relationships

Advanced education within the discipline, or MBA

Demonstrated business acumen/finance experience.

• NCMA professional certifications (CPCM, CFCM, etc) are a strong plus. 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 $110,000 - $205,000. 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. 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 federa