Subcontract Administrator III

Voyager Technologies, Inc.•Folsom, CA

4d•$85,000 - $140,200•Onsite

About The Position

Voyager Technologies is seeking an experienced Subcontract Administrator III for a position in Folsom, California. The role manages subcontract efforts with major suppliers supporting development programs across the company’s ISR and Aerospace Divisions. Responsibilities include supplier source selection, purchase order placement and administration, and coordination with program management, quality assurance, and business management to meet program cost, schedule, and performance requirements. The position focuses on leading negotiations and the successful start-up and execution of major subcontractors supporting an MDA development and demonstration contract. The successful candidate will manage major-component subcontract efforts within ISO 9001 standards and AS9100D flow-down requirements. The position requires collaboration with program teams and suppliers, management of procurement and subcontract processes, and communication across multiple program requirements. The role may involve approximately 10% travel and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. The position is based in Folsom, CA. Voyager lists a California base salary range of $90,100–$140,200 and a Nevada range of $85,000–$136,000; actual compensation may vary based on factors including location, experience, and performance.

Requirements

Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures, including FAR and DFAR.
Working knowledge of MDA MAP/PMAP and its implementation within a supplier base.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and AS9100D flow-down requirements, including flowing corrective action to suppliers for non-conforming processes.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
Ability to generate quantitative improvements in supplier delivery, quality, and cost.
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills to communicate business cases to peers, suppliers, program management, and executive management, and to persuade and motivate action.
Self-motivated, persistent, hands-on, results-oriented, and well organized, with the ability to handle multiple projects; proactive, able to anticipate potential problems, and committed to process improvement.
Four to seven years of professional experience in subcontract administration, supply chain management, or related fields such as logistics, project management, or business management.
Experience planning and managing subcontractor RFPs and RFQs and executing subcontract negotiations, including cost reductions and payment terms.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Global Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Must meet U.S. Government space technology export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on developmental U.S. Government contracts.
Professional experience in a regulated industry such as aerospace and defense.
Cross-functional knowledge of Supplier Quality and Engineering as they relate to subcontract management.
Experience with and a complete understanding of an MRP/ERP system, preferably Deltek Costpoint or Oracle NetSuite.
Experience with export-control laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Work with program management teams to generate and manage subcontract efforts for major components procured from assigned suppliers.
Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services.
Perform cost and price analysis and use cost evaluations to develop pre-negotiation strategies.
Prepare bid packages; conduct bidders’ conferences; analyze and evaluate proposals; negotiate subcontract provisions; select or recommend subcontractors; write awards; and administer resulting subcontracts.
Lead negotiations and complete subcontract and purchase order documentation, invoice reconciliation, and payment.
Negotiate and coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts.
Procure build-to-print detail parts and assemblies from engineering drawings in support of propulsion programs.
Source and purchase machinery, equipment, tooling, raw material, packaging material, parts, services, and supplies necessary for organizational operations.
Participate with contracts administration and purchasing to develop concepts, techniques, and standards for subcontract policies and procedures.
Hold procurement delegation and sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.
Develop solutions to complex problems requiring ingenuity and innovation.
Perform other related duties as assigned.