Senior Subcontract Administrator
Zone 5 TechnologiesAbout the role
At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.
We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.
We are seeking an Senior Subcontracts Administrator that will lead the administration of subcontracting activities throughout the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, company policies, and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will. This individual will play a critical role in supporting strategic procurement initiatives, managing subcontractor relationships, mitigating contractual risk, and enabling successful program execution. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of U.S. Government contracting principles, subcontract management practices, and regulatory compliance requirements. This role will serve as key business partner between Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, and Executive Leadership, ensuring subcontract activities align with organizational objectives while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Subcontract Administration & Compliance
- Lead the administration and management of subcontract agreements from proposal support through contract closeout.
- Draft, negotiate, review, and administer subcontract agreements, modifications, amendments, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and other contractual instruments.
- Ensure subcontract activities comply with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), customer requirements, and internal company policies.
- Analyze prime contract requirements and implement appropriate flow-down clauses and contractual obligations to subcontractors.
Procurement & Supplier Management
- Conduct subcontractor solicitations, evaluations, negotiations, and source selection activities in accordance with approved procurement procedures.
- Review subcontractor proposals and perform cost and price analyses to support procurement decisions.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and strategic partners.
- Monitor subcontractor performance, schedules, deliverables, and compliance with contractual obligations.
Program Support & Risk Management
- Partner with Program Managers, Engineering, Contracts, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to support successful program execution.
- Identify contractual and procurement-related risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate subcontract modifications, change management activities, and issue resolution efforts.
- Support proposal development activities by reviewing subcontractor inputs, pricing, and contractual requirements.
Audit Readiness & Process Improvement
- Maintain complete and accurate subcontract files and procurement documentation.
- Support internal audits, customer reviews, and government audits as required.
- Assist in the development and continuous improvement of subcontract administration policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior procurement and subcontract administration personnel when appropriate.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: (doesn’t have to exactly follow below bullets, but provided as a guide)
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contracts Management, Finance, Law, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in subcontract
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