Senior Subcontract Leader - Complex Procurements

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced Subcontract Administrator to provide support to business units including source evaluation, selection, and terms and conditions for procurements.

You will negotiate subcontracts, manage complex NDAs and teaming agreements, and advise management on contractual rights while ensuring regulatory compliance. Travel as required, with potential DoD clearance support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level education with procurement, subcontracting or contract administration focus and 10+ years of experience.
• Knowledge of acquisition principles, regulations, and case-by-case applications.
• Ability to counsel management, lead, and communicate concepts across evolving environments.
• Strong written and spoken communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, analyzes and evaluates bids and proposals to ensure policy compliance.
• Identifies subcontract issues and leads in developing solutions.
• Negotiates and modifies subcontracts, NDAs, and teaming agreements.
• Reviews terms, conditions and prepares internal/external subcontract presentations.
• Advises management on contractual rights and obligations and interpretations.
• Serves as primary subcontract administrator on assigned subcontracts and presents as needed.
• Monitors regulatory changes and their impact on subcontracts.
• Trains and mentors subcontract staff; participates in staff development.
• Ensures all activity complies with laws, regulations, and company procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in supply chain management or contract administration

Tools

SAP

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced Subcontract Administrator to provide support to business units including source evaluation, selection, and terms and conditions for procurements.

You will negotiate subcontracts, manage complex NDAs and teaming agreements, and advise management on contractual rights while ensuring regulatory compliance. Travel as required, with potential DoD clearance support.