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Role: Sr. Subcontract Administrator Aerospace
Duration: 5 Months (Contract)
Location: Kent, WA, Huntsville, AL, or Melbourne, FL (On-Site)
Position Summary:
Subcontract Administration
Duration: 5 Months (Contract)
Location: Kent, WA, Huntsville, AL, or Melbourne, FL (On-Site)
Position Summary:
- The Indirect Subcontract Administrator II/III will support subcontract management operations.
- This role is responsible for administering complex subcontracts and agreements, with specialized focus on large component procurement-including cryogenic tanks and larger structures-as well as long-term agreements, Masters Service Agreements (MSAs), and milestone-based statements of work.
- The ideal candidate will bring strong contract administration expertise, negotiation skills, and the ability to manage high-volume, complex subcontract relationships in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
Subcontract Administration
- Administer the full lifecycle of complex indirect subcontracts, from solicitation and award through closeout
- Manage subcontracts for large components and assemblies, including cryogenic tanks, large structures, and major fabricated hardware
- Develop, issue, and evaluate Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and conduct comprehensive proposal and cost/price analyses
- Ensure subcontract terms align with prime contract flow-down requirements and company policies
- Lead procurement and subcontract administration for high-value, large-scale components and structures
- Coordinate with engineering, quality, and program teams to define technical requirements and acceptance criteria
- Manage long-lead procurement strategies and supply continuity for critical large components
- Negotiate, establish, and administer long-term agreements (LTAs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
- Develop pricing structures, volume commitments, and performance frameworks for multi-year supplier relationships
- Manage agreement renewals, amendments, and modifications
- Draft, review, and negotiate subcontract terms and conditions to protect company interests and manage risk
- Ensure appropriate flow-down of prime contract requirements, including regulatory and compliance clauses
- Partner with Legal and Contracts teams to resolve complex terms and conditions issues
- Develop and administer milestone-based statements of work (SOWs) for complex efforts
- Establish performance milestones, deliverables, and associated payment schedules
- Monitor subcontractor performance against milestones and manage milestone acceptance and payment authorization
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with key subcontractors and suppliers
- Resolve subcontract issues including performance concerns, schedule delays, scope changes, and disputes
- Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and drive continuous improvement
- Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of requirements, schedule, and budget
- Ensure all subcontract activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations
- Maintain accurate and complete subcontract files and documentation
- Support audits, reviews, and reporting requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
- Level 2: 3+ years of subcontract administration or procurement experience
- Level 3: 5+ years of subcontract administration or procurement experience
- Experience administering complex subcontracts and long-term agreements
- Demonstrated experience with terms and conditions negotiation and management
- Familiarity with milestone-based statements of work and performance-based payment structures
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
- Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa)
- Ability to manage multiple complex priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience procuring large components or major structures, such as cryogenic tanks, pressure vessels, or large fabricated assemblies
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with Master Service Agreements and long-term supply agreements
- Knowledge of aerospace quality standards and procurement compliance requirements (e.g., ITAR/EAR)
- Professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM, NCMA CFCM/CPCM, or equivalent)