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Job Title: Subcontract Senior Specialist

Job Location: Mirabel, QC

Job Code: 35235

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $79,500 - $129,500 CDN annually

Essential Functions:

• Be responsible for the procurement of subcontractors including the management of cost, schedule and performance parameters;
• Implement sourcing strategies, assesses supplier risk (including financial) and develops mitigation plans;
• Develop & obtain subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services;
• Prepare request for proposal, conducts suppliers conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts;
• Negotiate and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts;
• Drive all aspects of major subcontract execution (cost, schedule, technical, quality) and full integration of the subcontract    work scope within the program, e.g. proposals, negotiations, contract execution, etc.;
• Work in collaboration with other functions such as Program Manager, Business Development, Supply Chain Leadership and Operations;
• Strong negotiations skills and knowledge of company legal terms and conditions;
• Experience with Intellectual Property (IP) and Patent requirements to protect company’s IP and patents;
• Work closely with Trade Compliance and provide guidance and support to the Program(s) related to correct document spanings (i.e. Export Controlled, Proprietary Information, ITAR, EAR, Controlled Goods etc.);
• Able to work directly with Technical Team(s) to identify processes, requirements, Statement of Works improvements and propose changes, to include Supply Chain risk mitigation strategies with possible cost savings/avoidance;
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Administration, or Project Management and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; or relevant/equivalent work experience.
• Strong negotiation skills required;                                                            
• Relevant experience in aerospace, subcontracting and terms and conditions;
• Experience with trade compliance regulations (ITAR, EAR, etc.);
• Knowledge of industrial and technological benefits policy and value proposition;
• Experience with the Government of Canadas Controlled Goods and Contract Security Programs;
• Experience with international and commercial contracts of subcontractors;
• Experience with FAR and DFAR, including the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) will be considered an asset;
• The knowledge of French language is necessary due to contractual requirements.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation. 

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

This job is for an existing vacancy

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.