Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Subcontracts Program Manager to lead and coordinate the program management of our subcontractors. This role involves overseeing subcontractor performance, ensuring alignment with project objectives, and driving successful project outcomes through effective subcontractor integration. The ideal candidate will have strong program management skills, deep experience working with subcontractors, and the ability to work with Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) and cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Primary Responsibilities:
•    Program Oversight: Oversee and manage the entire lifecycle of subcontractor engagement within programs, ensuring alignment with project timelines, deliverables, and budgets.
•    Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor subcontractor performance against established KPIs and project milestones. Implement corrective actions when performance issues arise.
•    Coordination and Integration: Facilitate effective communication and coordination between subcontractors and internal project teams to ensure seamless integration and project execution.  Function as the primary company subcontract interface to ensure program satisfaction.
•    Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact in the program office for subcontractors. Resolve conflicts and negotiate solutions to maintain project momentum.
•    Risk Management: Identify potential risks associated with subcontractor performance and develop mitigation strategies to address them proactively.
•    Continuous Improvement: Promote and implement process improvements within subcontractor management to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
•    Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports on subcontractor performance, program status, and key metrics to senior management and relevant stakeholders.  Be the Cost Account Manager (CAM) for subcontractor activities in the program baseline IMS.  CAMs are responsible for program subcontract management budget including development of budgetary baseline, review of actual costs and determining variance analysis, monthly Latest Revised Estimate updates and Estimate At Complete analysis.
•    Strategic Planning: Ensure subcontractor direction and performance align with the overall program objectives.
•    Scope Management: Write/Author the Statement of Work (SOW) for new sources and manage changes the SOW for change proposals.  Assist with RFP generation and assist with technical evaluations and cost analysis of subcontractor bids.