Subcontract Lead

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

About the Role

If you are a seasoned subcontracts management professional looking to make an impact in a rewarding industry, join our team! As a Subcontracts Management Specialist III, you'll develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services for our subcontract systems to guide the development, production, and global sustainment for multiple contract types. You'll be responsible for preparing our bid packages, developing evaluation criteria, analyzing and evaluating our proposals, negotiating subcontract provisions, selecting or recommending new subcontractors, and administering our subcontracts. Additionally, you'll administer standard subcontracts agreements, such as Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), and Cost Reimbursable (CR) Fixed-Fee, through the entire contract lifecycle, and will participate and lead moderate negotiations of terms, price, and schedule, and will monitor subcontractor performance.

Must-haves:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and typically 6 or more years of relevant experience; higher education may substitute for relevant experience.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Procurement or Subcontracts Administrative roles, experience in leading Subcontracts and leading or member of Subcontract Management Teams
• Ability to lead projects & teams to execute Supply Chain subcontracts and sourcing activities in an executing capacity.
• Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures associated with FAR / DFAR requirements and TINA.
• Strong organization and communication skills are required.
• Working knowledge of various contracting types (Firm Fixed, Price, Cost Plus, Incentive Fee, Award Fee, T&M, etc.)
• Experience with SAP based procurement system.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and cross functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated communication, negotiation, presentation and documentation skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of software.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances
   

Desired Skills:

• Experience with International Subcontracting.
• Understanding of EVMS and related skills.
• Firm understanding of Import / Export Regulations and transactional processing.
• Ability to interact with senior management, suppliers and other external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between functional organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to work and succeed in a fast pace, priority driven program.
• Experience with proposals that require cost and pricing data and commercial item determination and reviews.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend process improvements.

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
• Rarely exposed to loud noises

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$79,264.96 - $108,989.33

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.