Senior Subcontracts Manager – DoD/A&D with EVM

Kelly; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an experienced Subcontracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of federal subcontracts for Government and Aerospace & Defense programs. You will drive sourcing, RFPs, negotiations, and contract administration, with a focus on ensuring compliance and risk management across prime flow-downs.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in DoD/subcontract administration, strong EVM experience, and deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS/ITAR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 10+ years of Federal Government contract/subcontract administration experience, preferably DoD.
• 3+ years of Federal Government purchasing experience.
• 10+ years of contract/subcontract management and negotiation experience, preferably Aerospace & Defense.
• Prior EVM experience within subcontract management is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract sourcing, RFPs, proposals, negotiations, awards, and administration.
• Review contractual requirements and ensure compliance with prime contract flow-downs.
• Lead cost/price analysis, source selection, and negotiation strategies.
• Manage subcontractor performance, deliverables, changes, and contractual issues.
• Identify and mitigate contractual, financial, and program risks.
• Partner with Program Management, Contracts, Finance, Proposal, and Supply Chain teams.
• Maintain accurate subcontract documentation and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Risk analysis

FAR/DFARS/ITAR proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Job description

Kelly is seeking an experienced Subcontracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of federal subcontracts for Government and Aerospace & Defense programs. You will drive sourcing, RFPs, negotiations, and contract administration, with a focus on ensuring compliance and risk management across prime flow-downs.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in DoD/subcontract administration, strong EVM experience, and deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS/ITAR.