About the Role
The Sr Subcontracts Manager is responsible for managing the lifecycle of subcontracts from initial solicitation through contract closeโout. This role includes developing subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, negotiating contract terms, and managing supplier relationships. The incumbent will possess extensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management, mastery of contractual and legal frameworks, and a deep understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale.
In this role, you will oversee and manage highโrisk, highโvalue subcontract agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with regulatory requirements. You will develop and implement organizationโwide subcontract management policies and strategic initiatives, driving efficiency and consistency across the organization. Leading complex negotiations and resolving highโstakes disputes will be a key responsibility, along with advising senior management on subcontracting strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, you will lead projects and teams to execute subcontracts and sourcing activities, including project management, risk management, schedule and cost management, and supplier relationship management. You will also interact with leadership, suppliers, and external personnel on matters that often require coordination between functional organizations to achieve successful outcomes.
About You
We seek individuals who align with our values, mission, and goals and possess the following qualifications.
We value passion for innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve, and empower.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience; Masters +6 years experience)
- Typically 8+ years of related experience
- Advanced skills in Microsoft suite of products
- EPR/MRP experience
- Advanced costโplus contracting experience
- Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management
- Expertise in government and commercial contracting regulations and compliance (e.g., FAR/DFAR)
- Mastery of contractual and legal frameworks governing subcontracting
- Inโdepth understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale
- Leadership and strategic thinking capabilities
- Strong analytical and problemโsolving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- SCMโrelated certifications
- Extensive experience with SAP
- Proven track record of managing highโrisk, highโvalue subcontract agreements
- Strong organizational and timeโmanagement skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problemโsolving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Experience with advanced subcontracting strategies and best practices
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experience mentoring junior team members
- Expertise in cost and price analysis, including proposal management
Compensation
Pay Range: $135,300.00 - $186,037.50
Your actual base compensation will be determined on a caseโbyโcase basis and may vary based on jobโrelated knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
Benefits
We also offer a generous benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off and more.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.