Principal Subcontract Administrator

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

11d•$101,398 - $172,377

About The Position

Join the Subcontracts team supporting the CEMA business area and Compass Call program, executing complex, mission-critical subcontracting activities. The Principal Subcontract Administrator partners with Program Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Quality, and other stakeholders to develop and execute subcontract strategies supporting program objectives, schedule, cost, and performance. The position independently manages complex subcontracts throughout the procurement lifecycle, including requirements development, solicitation and proposal evaluation, source selection, negotiation, award, administration, change management, and closeout. Duties include preparing and issuing RFPs, analyzing supplier proposals, developing negotiation strategies, conducting negotiations, documenting price and cost analysis as applicable, and executing awards and modifications within established authority. The administrator monitors subcontractor performance against contractual requirements, identifies and mitigates cost, schedule, technical, and supply-chain risks, and resolves issues that may affect program execution. The role ensures that subcontract requirements, terms and conditions, applicable FAR/DFARS clauses, and other contractual obligations are addressed. It also supports proposal activities, subcontract planning, supplier assessments, make/buy and sourcing strategies, and program reviews. As a senior team member, the administrator exercises independent business judgment, guides and mentors less-experienced subcontract professionals, and contributes to continuous improvement and procurement compliance initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience administering complex subcontracts, purchase orders, or supplier agreements throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Experience developing and issuing RFPs/RFQs, evaluating supplier proposals, conducting negotiations, and preparing subcontract awards and modifications.
Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS requirements and their application in a U.S. Government contracting environment.
Experience performing and documenting price analysis and/or cost analysis and developing negotiation strategies.
Ability to interpret contractual requirements, statements of work, specifications, terms and conditions, and applicable subcontract flow-down requirements.
Demonstrated ability to identify and manage supplier cost, schedule, contractual, and performance risks.
Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with Program Management, Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Quality, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex subcontract actions in a fast-paced program environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Department of Defense programs and/or complex defense electronics programs.
Experience managing high-dollar, complex, or technically challenging subcontracts.
Experience supporting development, production, sustainment, and/or engineering subcontract activities.
Experience supporting competitive and sole-source procurements, including negotiation strategy development and price/cost analysis documentation.
Familiarity with CPSR-compliant procurement practices and subcontract file documentation requirements.
Experience with ERP/procurement systems such as Oracle or similar supply-chain management systems.
Experience supporting proposals, fact-finding, supplier negotiations, program reviews, and subcontractor performance management.
Knowledge of government property, export control, cybersecurity/CMMC, DPAS, and other requirements applicable to defense subcontracting.
Demonstrated ability to mentor or provide functional guidance to other subcontract professionals.
Ability to develop strong relationships with internal program teams and suppliers while driving timely resolution of complex subcontracting issues.
Active U.S. Government security clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain the clearance level required for the position.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute subcontract strategies that support program objectives, schedule, cost, and performance.
Manage complex subcontracts throughout the procurement lifecycle, from requirements development and solicitation through award, administration, change management, and closeout.
Prepare and issue RFPs/RFQs, evaluate supplier proposals, conduct source selection and negotiations, and prepare subcontract awards and modifications.
Develop negotiation strategies and document price and cost analysis as applicable.
Monitor subcontractor performance against contractual requirements and proactively resolve issues that could affect program execution.
Identify and mitigate cost, schedule, technical, contractual, performance, and supply-chain risks.
Ensure subcontract requirements, terms and conditions, FAR/DFARS clauses, flow-downs, and other contractual obligations are appropriately addressed.
Support proposal activities, subcontract planning, supplier assessments, make/buy and sourcing strategies, and program reviews.
Provide guidance and mentorship to less-experienced subcontract professionals.
Contribute to continuous improvement and procurement compliance initiatives.