Principal Program Subcontracts Specialist

Elbit Systems of America; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Elbit Systems of America is seeking a Principal Program Subcontracts Specialist in New Hampshire to manage the subcontract lifecycle, formulate RFC responses, and execute targeted sourcing strategies. You will lead cross-functional efforts with program management, engineering, and finance to secure favorable terms and ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR and internal policies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 7–10 years of relevant experience in the aerospace/defense sector, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7–10 years of functional and industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of subcontract management lifecycle, including RFC responses and sourcing strategies.
• Lead efforts to identify and resolve subcontract performance issues across program teams.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR and company policies; collaborate with program mgmt, engineering, QA, finance, and contracts.
• Develop sourcing plans to support production and build supplier base; focus on key supplier relationships.
• Lead supplier source selection to support short-term and long-term initiatives.
• Draft solicitations and contract language for purchase orders meeting program requirements.
• Lead negotiations and document contract files; develop/negotiate teaming agreements.

Skills

Contracting

QA Systems

Communication

Technical knowledge

Program management

FAR/DFAR

Aerospace/Defense

Electrical/Mechanical knowledge

Pricing agreements

Vendor Managed Inventory

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Job Summary

The Principal Program Subcontracts Specialist will be responsible for all aspects of the subcontract management lifecycle including participation in the formulation of RFC response content, and the formulation and execution of specific sourcing strategies. Develops & writes solicitations with contract language for purchase orders which meet program specific requirements and also negotiates teaming agreements with suppliers. Program facing leader responsible for material strategy, supplier engagement and budget stewardship for assigned programs. Owns the material budget (forecast/actuals, EAC) and partners cross-functionally to achieve cost, schedule, and quality objectives.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Will be responsible all aspects of the subcontract management lifecycle including participation in the formulation of RFC response content, and the formulation and execution of specific sourcing strategies.
• Leading efforts to proactively identify and resolve all issues impacting subcontract performance and business to business commitments across the multifunctional program teams.
• Work closely with program management, engineering, quality assurance, finance and contracts to drive compliance with all business policy and procedure and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Development of planning the sourcing strategy to support production requirements and the development of the SC supplier base, specifically focusing on key supplier relationships.
• Leading the supplier source selection efforts required to support short term and long-term business unit initiatives.
• Developing / writing solicitations & contract language for purchase orders which meet program specific requirements.
• Preparing / leading negotiations & documenting contract files.
• Developing and negotiating teaming agreements with suppliers.
• Developing plans and actions to assure:
• Achievement of program, business unit and subcontract goals.
• Compliance to policies and procedures as well as public law.
• Support attainment of Process Based Leadership Scorecard Goals.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 7 -10 years of functional (using skill set) and industry experience is required

Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of contracting suppliers for building of specification products.
• Quality assurance systems and methods.
• Strong communication skill both verbal and electronic.
• Aware of technical aspects associated with the production of the goods to be produced.
• Strong program/project management experience.
• FAR/DFAR - strong working knowledge.
• Aerospace, Military or similar industry.
• Demonstrated electronic/mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of fixed pricing agreements and vendor managed inventory.

Travel/Physical Requirements

Up to 25% travel

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

Equal Opportunity Statement

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.