Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.  

 

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn’t restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.  

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Principal Subcontracts Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the lifecycle of highly complex, high-risk, and high-value subcontracts from initial solicitation through contract close-out. This role includes developing
comprehensive subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, negotiating critical contract terms, and managing strategic supplier relationships. The Principal Subcontracts Manager will have
extensive and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management, mastery of contractual and legal frameworks, and in-depth understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale. This role also involves advising executive leadership on subcontracting strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage highly complex, high-risk, and high-value subcontract agreements.

• Develop and implement comprehensive organization-wide subcontract management policies and strategic initiatives in support of assigned programs and/or business units.

• Lead / support team high-stakes negotiations and resolve critical disputes.

• Advise executive / program leadership on subcontracting strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance for assigned program / business unit.

• Build out subcontracting tool box for program / business unit to maintain compliant consistent documentation and reporting for assigned project.

• Lead large-scale projects and cross-functional teams to execute subcontracts and sourcing activities (project management, risk management, schedule & cost management, supplier relationship management).

• Interact with executive leadership, suppliers, and external personnel on matters often requiring coordination between functional organizations .

• Act as Subcontract Lead to the Program Management Office on behalf of the Subcontracting Organization from proposal support through program closeout.

About You  
Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.   

  

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +10 years experience).

• Typically 12+ years of related experience.

• Certification: SCM-related certifications.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft suite of products.

• ERP/MRP expertise required, and experience with SAP.

• Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of subcontract management.

• Expertise in government and commercial contracting regulations and compliance (e.g., FAR/DFAR).

• Mastery of contractual and legal frameworks governing subcontracting.

• In-depth understanding of financial analysis, market trends, and strategic sourcing on a global scale.

• Experience leading strategic initiatives.

• Extensive experience implementing Cost and Price Analysis, including proposal management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Subject matter expertise with cost and fixed price contracts.

Preferred