Government Subcontract Specialist I

Woodward Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

401(k) match 4.5%

Tuition reimbursement

Training & development opportunities

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Woodward Inc. is seeking a Government Subcontract Specialist I or II to coordinate subcontracting activities for prime contracts and ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR.

The role includes data collection, package development, and effective communication across supplier, contracts, and proposals teams. Level II offers an annual cash bonus, a 401(k) match, and extensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and healthcare coverage from date of hire.

Qualifications

• Legal terms and contract processes familiarity.
• Basics of financial statements and reports.
• Ability to identify risks and suggest mitigation.
• Understanding FAR/DFAR contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between Subcontract Management, Category Management, PLC teams, and Contracts Compliance.
• Develop solicitation packages, review proposals, and prepare analysis files.
• Create subcontract file structures to meet compliance requirements.
• Ensure subcontract compliance before approval and assist with closeout.
• Train and mentor teams on subcontracting processes and compliance.
• Track metrics and support improvement efforts in projects.
• Manage RFQs and enter data into ERP systems such as SAP and WISE.

Skills

Legal Acumen

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Risk Management

FAR/DFAR Adherence

Communication & Influence

Information Navigation

Intellectual Curiosity

Value Orientation

Tools

SAP

WISE

Job description

life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, short term disability, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

Sep 23, 2026

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Government Subcontract Specialist I or II

PREFERRED CANDIDATE IDENTIFIED

LEVEI I

• Estimated annual base pay: $62,000.00 (minimum) - $80,000.00 (midpoint) - $99,000.00 (maximum)

LEVEL II

• Estimated annual base pay: $72,000.00 (minimum) - $93,000.00 (midpoint) - $115,000.00 (maximum)
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

LEVEL I

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordination and Management: In direct alignment with proposal manager for the prime contract, managing the solicitation activities for all associated subcontract managers.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Process Improvement: Capable of identifying inefficiencies within sourcing and subcontracting processes and implementing effective improvements to enhance overall performance.
• Documentation Management: Maintains accurate and organized records of all subcontracting activities, contracts, and related documentation.
• Communication Coordination: Acts as a liaison between Subcontract Managers, Proposal Managers, Contracts, and Suppliers to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.

Key Skills:

• Legal Acumen: Learns legal terms and processes. Assists in contract processes. Further development required.
• Financial Acumen: Learns financial principles; understands financial statements and reports. Further development required.
• Problem Solving: Attempts to find solutions to problems. Able to define problem and determine potential causes. Further development required.
• Negotiation: Learns negotiation tactics and identifies successful negotiation examples. Further development required.
• Risk Management: Inquires about risk management protocol and learns how to monitor risk. Further development
• FAR/DFAR Adherence Management: Learns contract requirements. Further development required.
• Communication and Influence: Shares information or updates with others when asked. Identifies those who should be persuaded to support a desired course of action. Further development required.
• Information Navigation: Explores and synthesizes different sources of information for stakeholders. Further development required.
• Intellectual Curiosity: Demonstrates desire to learn more about the function and external business context. Contributes to innovative solution creation.
• Value Orientation: Attempts to hit deadlines and set goals. Builds end-to-end value thinking.

LEVEL II

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary liaison between Subcontract Management, Category Management, PLC teams, and Contracts Compliance for government contracting activities
• Develop solicitation packages, review supplier proposals, and prepare proposal analysis files
• Create subcontract file package structures and supporting documentation to meet compliance requirements
• Ensure subcontract compliance before approval and assist with subcontract closeout activities
• Train, mentor, and support teams on subcontracting processes, standard work, and compliance execution
• Track key metrics, support continuous improvement efforts, and help resolve procurement issues in project and program work
• Manage RFQs and enter subcontract data accurately into ERP systems such as SAP and WISE

Key Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Coordination, administration, and attention to detail
• Training, facilitation, mentoring, and coaching
• Process improvement, proposal review, and compliance knowledge
• ERP data entry, metrics tracking, and problem-solving

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.