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L3Harris Technologies · 17 hours ago

Lead, Contracts

Northampton, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $190K/yr

9+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The Lead, Contracts will provide contractual guidance and direction related to the execution of company programs and business development, overseeing and executing contracts while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Ingrid Kirchmaier

Responsibilities

Preparation, negotiation, acceptance and management of contracts including time and materials, firm-fixed price, fixed price incentive fee, and cost reimbursement

Provide contractual advice and guidance and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program office, finance, pricing and security for seamless contract administration

Provide knowledge of applicable government regulations in the execution of business activity. Serve as advisor and make recommendations as needed on contractual, proposal and business matters

Support proposal efforts including review of contract provisions and review of proposal response

Conduct negotiation activity and settlement of provisions, producing sound contract terms and conditions, teaming agreements, contract amendments/modifications, which mitigate/minimize company risk and support company goals

Comply with procedures and systems necessary to afford adequate contract controls and services, including contract records management and reporting

Coordinate all essential activity with legal Counsel and obtain necessary approvals for proposal submittals, contract negotiation, award, execution, and close-out

Work with business development and program departments to support current and future business needs

Qualification

Contract managementFAR / DFAR knowledgeProposal supportMicrosoft OfficeProblem analysisCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree and 9+ years of experience managing contracts in the DoD space. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience

Advanced working knowledge of FAR / DFAR and Commercial Terms, ITAR and general law

Moderate (or better) computer skills, working knowledge of standard computer products and devices including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), the Internet and the ability to comprehend and learn new software

Ability to identify and analyze problems; use sound reasoning to reach conclusions; find alternatives

Strong oral and written communication skills

Well-developed interpersonal skills; ability to perform multi-faceted projects in conjunction with normal activities

Well organized; consistently maintains a high level of productivity; ability to manage priorities; high degree of flexibility; ability to meet deadlines; multi-task oriented; pays attention to detail

US Citizenship is required, as well as the ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret clearance

Preferred

Active Secret Security Clearance

In addition to depth of USG contract management experience, the ideal candidate would also have contract management experience in the international / foreign military direct commercial sales

Strong communication skills