Subcontracts Specialist

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Scottsdale, AZ

23h•$131,319 - $142,091

About The Position

The Subcontracts Specialist supports the management of the company’s subcontractual agreements, including drafting, negotiating, and executing subcontracts and ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions. The role maintains accurate contract records and databases and helps identify and mitigate subcontract-related risks. It works closely with program managers, legal teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to meet subcontractual obligations. The specialist serves as the focal point for contractual communications and commitments to subcontractors, advises business teams on assigned subcontracts, negotiates agreements, and documents discussions and results. The role contributes to proposal and program teams, monitors subcontract and program performance for scope changes, manages subcontract changes, and collaborates across disciplines to address performance risk. It also reviews subcontractor proposals and supports source selection, builds subcontractor relationships, provides expertise on complex contracting issues, and mentors junior team members. The position requires knowledge of FAR/DFARS and subcontract management, strong analytical, negotiation, communication, organizational, and computer skills, and the ability to handle complex assignments with limited direction. A Department of Defense TS/SCI clearance must be obtainable within a reasonable time. U.S. citizenship is required. The position is with General Dynamics Mission Systems, which describes a flexible work environment and competitive benefits. The salary range is USD $131,319–$142,091 per year; actual pay may vary based on experience and other factors. The posting remains open until the position is filled.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, plus at least 8 years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree plus at least 6 years of relevant experience.
Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance obtainable within a reasonable time based on requirements; selected applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Knowledge of applicable federal regulations, including FAR/DFARS, and experience with prime contractors or subcontractors across various contract types.
Experience reviewing and analyzing contract or subcontract documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with terms, conditions, and other provisions.
Understanding of contract or subcontract management principles.
Analytical, critical-thinking, attention-to-detail, and research skills.
Negotiation skills for contracts or subcontracts of moderate to high risk or complexity.
Flexibility and ability to reprioritize as goals change.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with personnel at all levels.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, to support communications and business needs.
Ability to resolve a wide range of issues creatively and collaborate cross-functionally.
Judgment and creativity to resolve moderately complex issues and recognize when expert guidance is needed.
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with regulations and internal procedures.
Initiative, independent judgment, and ability to execute projects with little direction and determine methods for new or special assignments.
Ability to quickly apply new information and handle complex assignments.
Ability to network with senior internal and external personnel and contacts outside one’s area of expertise.
Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

Act as the focal point for contractual communications and commitments to subcontractors.
Advise and support the business team on issues and developments related to assigned subcontracts.
Negotiate subcontracts within business goals and document discussions, agreements, and results.
Participate as a key member of proposal or program teams to address subcontract requirements.
Monitor subcontract and program performance for scope changes and take appropriate action.
Manage the subcontract change process and collaborate with program management and other disciplines to mitigate performance risk.
Provide domain expertise in subcontract management and leadership on new or unusual contracting, subcontracting, or programmatic issues.
Conduct engagements with subcontractors in accordance with company policies.
Support understanding of Contracts/Subcontracts Department operations and GDMS enterprise objectives.
Review or support reviews of subcontractor proposals, including source selection, fact-finding, technical evaluation, and cost or price analysis.
Build subcontractor relationships and understand subcontractor needs and issues.
Collaborate with capture, proposal, and program managers to support contract or subcontract performance, including preparing subcontractor requests for proposal when applicable.
Mentor and support junior subcontracts team members by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and advising on complex issues.