Senior Subcontracts Lead - Remote (DoD Secret)

Amentum; Dahlgren (VA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Senior Subcontracts Administrator to support the Missile Defense Agency programs. The role manages a portfolio of complex subcontracts, from planning through closeout, ensuring compliant execution and audit-ready files under FAR/DFARS.

Remote work is available and the role demands strong negotiation and leadership in a matrixed environment. The successful candidate will have substantial DoD subcontracting experience, know-how across contract types, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years in a senior level subcontracts role or comparable position.
• Must have 5+ years in Government subcontracting.
• Must have 10+ years of overall full-time experience.
• Must have recent subcontract experience with FAR/DFARS.
• Knowledge of multiple contract types (IDIQ, CPIF, T&M, FFP).
• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full subcontract lifecycle with minimal supervision, owning schedule, risk, approvals and files.
• Develop the acquisition strategy and translate technical requirements into packages.
• Manage solicitations and source selection; conduct market research and supplier evaluations.
• Perform cost/price analysis and lead negotiations within delegated authority.
• Maintain contract control, administer changes, monitor performance and resolve issues.

Skills

Subcontract administration

Negotiation

Risk management

Microsoft Word

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Senior Subcontracts Administrator to support the Missile Defense Agency programs. The role manages a portfolio of complex subcontracts, from planning through closeout, ensuring compliant execution and audit-ready files under FAR/DFARS.

Remote work is available and the role demands strong negotiation and leadership in a matrixed environment. The successful candidate will have substantial DoD subcontracting experience, know-how across contract types, and the ability to