Senior Subcontracts Manager – Space & Defense

SES Space & Defense; Virginia Beach (VA); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid vacation

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, &

401(k) retirement plan

Zusammenfassung

SES Space & Defense is seeking an experienced Subcontracts Manager to lead the full lifecycle of subcontract management for satellite and ground systems. You will develop strategies, manage source selection, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance across programs that support national security missions.

The role requires 10+ years in defense procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a Secret clearance. You will collaborate with multiple departments and mentor junior staff while driving process

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of subcontracts or procurement experience in defense/aerospace/satellite sectors.
• Experience managing complex cost-reimbursable, T&M, and fixed-price subcontracts.
• Mastery of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and compliance environments.

Aufgaben

• Lead the full lifecycle of subcontract management, including development of acquisition strategies, RFP creation, source selection, negotiation, award, administration, performance management, and closeout.
• Develop and manage complex subcontracts supporting satellite systems, earth stations, mission operations centers, ground networks, and related services.
• Apply expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and company policies to ensure full compliance in all subcontract activities.
• Partner with Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to align subcontract strategies with program requirements.
• Evaluate supplier proposals—cost/price analysis, risk identification, and capability assessment.

Kenntnisse

Subcontracts management

Negotiation

Contract administration

FAR/DFARS/ITAR compliance

Supplier relationship management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering

Master's degree (a plus)

Tools

EVMS

Jobbeschreibung

SES Space & Defense is seeking an experienced Subcontracts Manager to lead the full lifecycle of subcontract management for satellite and ground systems. You will develop strategies, manage source selection, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance across programs that support national security missions.

The role requires 10+ years in defense procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a Secret clearance. You will collaborate with multiple departments and mentor junior staff while driving process