The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a recognized leader in ISR and aviation. We are a prime provider of manned and unmanned aircraft systems integration for cutting-edge ISR and aviation systems. Our comprehensive capabilities in Command, Control, Computers, Communications, and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) cover every aspect from design and integration to testing, certification, training, and logistics support. At IAS, we pride ourselves on tailoring solutions that not only meet but exceed customer expectations, consistently delivering on-time and on-budget.

As the Manager of Subcontract Management, your primary responsibility will be to lead a team of Subcontract Administrators (SCAs) and Subcontract Managers (SCMs) in effectively supporting the IAS Business Area. You will oversee the entire life cycle of subcontracts, from developing acquisition strategies and source selection to negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, execution, and closeout. Collaboration and interaction with various departments such as Contracts, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Operations, Planning, and Logistics will be crucial to ensure seamless coordination and the achievement of company objectives. It will also be essential for you to monitor and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) to executive leadership, providing visibility on goals and objectives.

This Manager position will be responsible for leading a team of individual SCAs and SCMs, a group of individual contributors accountable for the overall life cycle of a subcontract, from the initial sourcing and acquisition strategy development through the solicitation, negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, subcontractor execution, and closeout steps.

At SNC, the Subcontracts function covers a variety of Aerospace and Defense segments, including the Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Federal Government, International Governments, and Commercial. We support an incredibly diverse landscape of technologies, development, production, technical & professional services, integration, depot, CLS, and sustainment. Subcontracts leverage various subcontract types (i.e., firm fixed price (FFP), cost reimbursement (CPFF, CPIF), time & material (T&M), etc.) to best manage risk for SNC and our Primes.

Other Responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage a team of individual contributors responsible for the overall life cycle of subcontracts management. Able to assume an active role in subcontract management when required. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing guidance, problem-solving, and mentoring to the organization.

• Engage with cross-functional groups to implement supply chain strategies and delegate work to support organizational and program needs.

• Reviews and approves subcontracts procurement packages, ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and company policies and procedures. Support and advice during internal and external audits to include DCMA CPSR audits.

• Ensure organization’s compliance with FARs, DFARs, Prime Contract flow downs, International Trade Compliance Office (ITCO), and other relevant regulations and policies.

• Develop subcontracts acquisition strategies and collaborate on sourcing for subcontracts across assigned programs. Implement negotiation strategies for price, schedule, cost savings and avoidances, technical aspects, and terms and conditions.

• Support the development of subcontract requirements, such as Statements of Work (SOW), and generate requests for proposals (RFP).

• Provide leadership and direction to the team of subcontracts managers, overseeing team’s performance, ensuring the achievement of goals, and monitoring organization's KPIs. Communicates effectively and provides program and metrics updates across multiple functions.

• Manages change and risk associated with subcontractors’ cost, schedule performance, and collaborate with engineering on technical aspects. Oversee the management of customer/government-owned property.

• Support business development, new pursuits and proposal activities from the beginning gates of Basis of Estimate (BOEs) development to complex negotiations. Negotiate and execute partnering/teaming agreements.

• Lead organizational supply chain activities, metrics, proposals, cost savings, affordability, and advise/communicate with direct and cross-functional leadership. Support the Subcontracts team in maintaining metrics such as on time delivery and payment terms, and monitors delivery schedules to track acceptance of deliverables, completion criteria, services, work performed, and payment.

• Effectively communicate across functions as the Subcontracts representative/ subject matter expert interacting with direct and executive leadership, and various professional levels and functions. Support requests and inquiries from various departments.

• Support supply chain organization and cross-functional requests, and inquiries from Contracts, Program Management Office (PMO), Business Development (BD), Engineering, Finance, Quality, Operations, Logistics, International Trade Compliance Office (ITCO) and Regulatory Government Compliance, Accounts Payable (AP), Property Management, etc.).

• Analyze and ensure compliance with prime contract and program requirements. Identify trends and correlations in data and program requirements, develop action plans to address negative trends and mitigate risks.

• Optimize and leverage organization's talents to maximize efficiencies and support internal customer needs.

• Work with PMO and Contracts to determine the appropriate means of acquisition solutions for program needs. Identify/mitigate risks during proposal phase. Develop supply chain strategies to improve KPIs and ROIs.

• Review Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW) for compliance and integrate subcontract management deliverables, milestones, period of performance, and quality requirements. Ensure program compliance to prime contract obligations and execution methods.

• Understand Earned Value Management (EVMS), Control Account Management (CAM) principles, Program Management, and financial concepts.

• Utilize forecasting and supply chain influence on annual operating plans.

• These responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks and require strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills to effectively manage subcontracts, ensure compliance, drive process improvements, and support the organization's objectives.

Must Haves:

• Previous experience managing direct reports is required.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study and typically 6-8 years of relevant experience

• Relevant work experience may substitute for required education.

• Higher education may substitute for relevant experience.

• Experience subcontracting under FAR Part 12 and Part 15

• Candidate must have Supply Chain Management skills and government subcontract experience.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance or higher is required

• Proficient negotiations skills

Preferred:

• Previous experience with both aerospace development and production programs

• In-depth working knowledge of Commodity, Category and Sourcing Management

• Background in manufacturing timelines and requirements

• Ability to read and understand technical requirements

• Excellent negotiations skills

• Ability to formulate a subcontracting strategy while balancing multiple stakeholder needs

• Experience with Price and Cost Analyses

• Successful experience managing and leading a team

At SNC we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)

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Estimated Starting Salary Range: $120,552.10 - $165,759.14. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.