Subcontract Manager
About The Position
Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company that builds and integrates quantum computers, sensors, and networks. The company’s mission is to commercialize atom-based quantum products for significant improvements in performance and computing applications. The Subcontract Manager owns the full subcontract lifecycle, from RFP through closeout, for government and defense programs. The role supports procurement strategy and supplier selection, negotiates and executes agreements, administers subcontract performance, and maintains compliance and audit-ready procurement documentation. It works closely with program management and cross-functional teams to manage supplier performance and contractual matters.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in government contracting, aerospace/defense, or procurement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Contracts Management, Finance, Economics, or Engineering.
- Working knowledge of FAR Parts 12, 15, 16, 31, 44, and 52, and DFARS clauses.
- Experience with cost-reimbursement, fixed-price, and time-and-materials contract types.
- Strong negotiation skills across pricing, terms and conditions, and change orders.
- Ability to manage dozens of active subcontracts and track deliverables, funding, and compliance deadlines.
- Clear communication skills with suppliers, program managers, engineers, and government customers.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience with contract lifecycle management tools; SAP, Deltek Costpoint, NetSuite, or Oracle experience is a plus.
- NCMA certification such as CFCM, CPCM, or CCCM.
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or PMP.
- Earned Value Management (EVM) experience.
- Advanced Excel and proposal evaluation skills.
Responsibilities
- Support make-or-buy decisions and sourcing strategies.
- Prepare RFPs, RFQs, and bid packages.
- Evaluate supplier proposals, pricing, and terms.
- Conduct price and cost analyses.
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, statements of work, and terms and conditions.
- Draft and execute subcontracts and purchase agreements.
- Administer subcontract performance and manage changes, modifications, and funding updates.
- Monitor supplier compliance with technical, quality, and schedule requirements.
- Resolve contractual issues and disputes.
- Support program management teams on supplier performance matters.
- Coordinate across engineering, quality, supply chain, finance, and legal.
- Flow down applicable prime contract requirements to subcontractors.
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and CPSR requirements.
- Maintain procurement files and audit-ready documentation.
Benefits
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-funded Health Savings Account.
- Unlimited PTO.
- 401(k) match.
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
- Flexible Savings Account.
- Paid FMLA and maternity/paternity leave.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Student Loan Repayment.
- Equity Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
