Defense Subcontracts Lead | DoD/FAR/ITAR Expert

Fiber Broadband; Gray (ME); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ETO days

Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

FMI in Maine seeks a Subcontracts Administrator to manage supplier relationships and the full lifecycle of subcontract administration in compliance with US regulations, policy, and FAR/DFARS. The role supports program execution and procurement efficiency, representing FMI in negotiations and maintaining audit-ready documentation.

Candidates should have a DoD/subcontracting background, the ability to negotiate complex terms, and cross‑functional collaboration with engineering, finance, contracts,

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in business admin or related field.
• 6–8 years DoD/aerospace/government program experience.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontracts in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong negotiation and regulatory interpretation of FAR/DFARS/ITAR/EAR.
• Detail-oriented with thorough audit-ready documentation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze SOWs, terms, and flow downs to assess risk for leadership.
• Prepare basis of estimates, pricing, schedules, and NDAs.
• Coordinate with Program Managers to ensure obligations and performance requirements are met.
• Maintain audit-ready subcontract files per FAR/DFARS/ITAR/EAR.
• Develop supplier evaluation criteria and negotiate subcontract provisions.
• Lead supplier negotiations, funding oversight, and scope management.
• Assist with procurement documentation for audits and compliance.

Skills

Subcontracts administration

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Risk assessment

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

FMI in Maine seeks a Subcontracts Administrator to manage supplier relationships and the full lifecycle of subcontract administration in compliance with US regulations, policy, and FAR/DFARS. The role supports program execution and procurement efficiency, representing FMI in negotiations and maintaining audit-ready documentation.

Candidates should have a DoD/subcontracting background, the ability to negotiate complex terms, and cross‑functional collaboration with engineering, finance, contracts,