Senior Associate, Contracts

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants 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 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: Senior Associate, Contracts Job Code: 32266 Job Location: Palm Bay, FL Job Schedule: 9/80 REG – Off Every Other Friday Your next role Step into a key role where your knowledge and commitment to excellence in proposal and contract management is vital to our most important contracts within the Intelligence and Cyber Sector. As an early‑career professional, you’ll work under general supervision to manage contracts that are essential to our success. Your skills will be recognized and developed both inside and outside the company as you support the shaping and closure of business deals. Your input will help develop and implement innovative business processes. By supporting execution of strategic plans, you’ll be able to see the fruits of your labor reflected in measurable advancements across business and functional outcomes. Join us and become part of our contract management team, propelling our organization forward with your knowledge and contributions. Responsibilities With moderate supervisions, conduct in-depth RFP analysis, identify risks, and craft compelling proposals in a fast‑paced, mission‑focused environment. Aligning contracts with company policies, legal requirements, and customer expectations. Developing competitive bids and proposals tailored to customer needs and organizational objectives. Supporting contract negotiations to ensure favorable terms and an executable business deal are reached. Managing the contract administration process for optimal support of internal and external customers. Serving as the liaison between L3Harris and customers, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Working with cross functional teams to evaluate performance costs, performance, and delivery schedules to ensure contract accuracy and completeness. Working closely with internal and external customers to manage the change processes in dynamic environments, to preserve our rights for adjustments. Demonstrating and developing independent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Proactively contributing strategic insights to business operations for continuous execution and improvement. Building strong relationships and enhancing team dynamics. Prioritizing tasks with urgency to meet multiple deadlines and customer commitments. Advising management on contractual rights and obligations to protect company interests. Maintaining detailed records for all contracts managed. Clearly presenting information to various stakeholders, including management. Qualifications Security Clearance: A Top Secret clearance, or ability to obtain, is required for this position. Education: 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. Preferred Skillsets Regulatory Expertise: Has a working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), ensuring compliance and strategic guidance in complex contractual environments. 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. 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