Senior Subcontract Administrator

Intuitive Machines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Lanteris Space Systems in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Senior Subcontract Administrator to lead the lifecycle management of subcontracts on government and commercial aerospace programs. You will coordinate with program management, engineering, finance, and legal to ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, accurate cost analyses, and timely closeout while mentoring junior staff.

This role requires in-depth knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR considerations, and multiple contract types (CPFF, CPIF, Cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 8+ years of subcontract administration or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government compliance.
• Experience with cost-plus and cost-reimbursement contracts.
• Experience performing cost/price analyses.
• Excellent negotiation and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of complex subcontracts for government and commercial programs.
• Prepare, negotiate, issue, and manage subcontract agreements and modifications.
• Interpret FAR/DFARS and other compliance requirements.
• Manage subcontract performance, deliverables, schedules, and obligations.
• Conduct proposal evaluations, cost and price analyses.
• Collaborate with program management, finance, and legal teams.
• Ensure compliance with flow-down clauses, cybersecurity, and export controls.
• Support audits by customers, DCMA, DCAA, and internal teams.
• Resolve issues, claims, disputes; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Supply Chain/Finance/Contracts

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Costpoint

Job description

Please review the job details below.

Lanteris Space Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Subcontract Administrator to support complex subcontracts for commercial and government programs. This position is responsible for the full lifecycle management of subcontracts, from proposal support and contract formation through administration, performance monitoring, and closeout. The successful candidate will possess extensive knowledge of U.S. Government contracting requirements, including FAR/DFARS regulations, and demonstrated experience administering cost-reimbursement and cost-plus contract types.

The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted business partner to program management, engineering, finance, and legal teams while ensuring compliance with customer requirements and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the administration of complex subcontracts supporting U.S. Government and commercial aerospace programs.
• Prepare, negotiate, issue, and manage subcontract agreements and modifications in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulations.
• Interpret and apply Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other government compliance requirements.
• Manage subcontract performance, deliverables, schedules, and contractual obligations throughout the subcontract lifecycle.
• Conduct proposal evaluations, cost and price analyses, and support source selection activities.
• Administer a variety of contract types, including:
  • Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF)
  • Cost-Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF)
  • Cost-Reimbursement
  • Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
  • Time and Materials (T&M)
  • Review supplier proposals for adequacy, allowability, allocability, and reasonableness in accordance with FAR Part 15 principles.
• Collaborate with program management and finance teams to ensure subcontract funding and cost performance align with prime contract requirements.
• Ensure compliance with government flow-down clauses, cybersecurity requirements, export regulations, and company policies.
• Support audits and reviews conducted by customers, DCMA, DCAA, and internal compliance organizations.
• Resolve subcontract issues, claims, and disputes while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Mentor junior subcontract administrators and provide guidance on best practices and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Contracts, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in subcontract administration, contracts, procurement, or supply chain within the aerospace and defense industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Government compliance requirements and flow-down clauses
• Experience administering cost-plus and cost-reimbursement contracts.
• Demonstrated experience performing cost and price analyses.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, or similar).
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DCAA, DCMA, or other government audits.
• Knowledge of EVMS and government program execution requirements.
• Familiarity with ITAR, EAR, and cybersecurity requirements (NIST 800-171/CMMC).
• NCMA certification (CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM).
• Experience leading subcontract negotiations valued at several million dollars or greater.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance may be required.

Competencies

• Strong business acumen and attention to detail.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive contractual solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment and commitment to ethical business practices.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

• The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within New Jersey is: $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within Delaware is: $97,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $107,000.00 - $178,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within California is: $111,000.00 - $185,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.