Senior Subcontracts Lead for Govt & Commercial Programs

AeroVironment, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a senior Subcontracts Administrator IV to lead cradle-to-grave procurement activities supporting government and commercial programs.

The role covers solicitation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout with emphasis on FAR/DFARS compliance and cross-functional collaboration. You will mentor junior staff, prepare status reports, monitor performance, and support audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 10+ years of relevant experience in procurement, subcontracts, or supply chain management.
• Experience with Cost Plus Award Fee.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of procurement and government contracting principles (FAR/DFARS).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead cradle-to-grave subcontract administration activities, including preparation, issuance, evaluation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout of RFPs and subcontract agreements.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with contractual requirements, delivery schedules, quality standards, and cost objectives.
• Administer and maintain subcontract files and procurement documentation in accordance with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable government regulations.
• Monitor subcontract performance and support risk mitigation efforts by proactively identifying and resolving subcontract-related issues.
• Coordinate with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and Legal teams to support program objectives and subcontract execution.
• Review and reconcile subcontractor invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with subcontract terms and funding requirements.
• Support and participate in subcontract negotiations, including pricing, terms and conditions, statements of work, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and present subcontract status reports, metrics, analyses, and management briefings to support business and program decision-making.
• Interpret and apply FAR/DFARS requirements and company procedures to ensure regulatory and contractual compliance.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior subcontract administrators and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits, corrective actions, and compliance reviews as required.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by management.

Skills

Subcontracts management

Negotiation skills

Contract administration

Regulatory compliance

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a senior Subcontracts Administrator IV to lead cradle-to-grave procurement activities supporting government and commercial programs.

The role covers solicitation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout with emphasis on FAR/DFARS compliance and cross-functional collaboration. You will mentor junior staff, prepare status reports, monitor performance, and support audits.