Program Subcontracts Specialist II

Twenty-Six Defense•Merrimack, NH

15h

About The Position

As a member of the Supply Chain Team, the Program Subcontracts Specialist II reports directly to the Supply Chain Management Director for Twenty-Six Defense and leads critical suppliers and affiliates through program campaigns, proposals, and development. The role has full accountability for managing assigned subcontractors producing international and U.S. defense end items and assemblies as part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT). The specialist draws on program and subcontract management experience to align subcontractor execution with program objectives and develops collaborative working relationships with IPTs and Program Managers. The position manages subcontractor performance across technical, schedule, quality, and financial objectives; coordinates production and development program activities; develops and executes negotiation and subcontractor strategies; and identifies and addresses risks and opportunities. It also supports budgets, program performance, training and organizational development, and cost or price analysis. The role requires U.S. citizenship and a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or an applicable discipline.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or an applicable discipline.
Experience writing or administering complex and unique contracts or subcontracts.
Experience working in cross-functional teams or in project/program management.
Experience developing internal, external, and cross-cultural partner relationships.
Knowledge of risk and opportunity management.
Ability to understand financial information, budgets, and program performance and develop strategies to improve performance.
Experience planning and directing activities and resources related to planning and scheduling.
Knowledge of export/import regulations, FAR/DFARS, and DoD procurement guidelines.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Strong research, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Collaborative negotiating skills, relationship-building ability, and effective conflict management.
Integrity, a service-oriented approach, commitment to continuous improvement, and pursuit of excellence.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
Advanced degree in Business.

Responsibilities

Manage overall performance of subcontractor partners, including Elbit Systems Ltd. affiliates, to support contract technical, schedule, quality, and financial performance objectives.
Establish, maintain, and foster One Company relationships and communications between affiliate staff and ESA counterparts.
Build and maintain the confidence and influence of ESA program managers as a trusted business partner.
Coordinate production and development program activities among ESA Supply Chain Managers, Integrated Product Team and Program Leads, and Engineering as required.
Resolve technical and programmatic issues quickly by leveraging and integrating capabilities across the organization.
Develop and execute negotiation strategies to achieve savings and performance for ESA across specialized suppliers; negotiate payment terms, contract type, NDAs, and terms and conditions.
Participate in and contribute to subcontract management reviews, technical meetings, subcontractor partner assessments, and audits.
Support planning, execution, and reporting of material and labor budgets, sales, and estimate at completion (EAC).
Identify risks and opportunities and create and drive plans to mitigate risks and realize opportunities.
Develop and execute subcontractor strategies compliant with Small Business Plans on assigned programs.
Assist in planning, developing, and executing corporate training and organizational development plans for Subcontracts personnel.
Complete cost or price analysis of applicable proposals.

Benefits

Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
Competitive compensation.
401(k) program.
Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
Basic life insurance and additional life and AD&D insurance options.
Flexible vacation and paid time off.
Paid parental leave.
Employee referral program.
Voluntary long-term care, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance benefits, among others.
Voluntary TRICARE supplement available for military retirees.