Subcontract Administrator – DoD Aerospace Programs

Ilocatum; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilocatum in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a seasoned Subcontract Administrator to own the full subcontract lifecycle for defense aerospace programs. You will negotiate terms, manage flow-downs, and maintain audit-ready files under FAR/DFARS/ITAR/EAR compliance.

Ideal candidates have 6–8 years in DoD/aerospace contracts, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and proven cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance, and program management. This role is on-site at our PE-backed manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of DoD/aerospace/government program experience.
• Strong ability to interpret and negotiate subcontract terms under FAR/DFARS/ITAR/EAR.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontracts and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced problem-solving and judgment in high-risk contractual situations.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance, and program management.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to access to export-controlled information.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of subcontract administration, from quoting and award to PO issuance and closeout.
• Analyze SOWs, solicitations, terms, and flow downs to identify business and compliance risks.
• Provide subcontract risk assessments to senior leadership.
• Prepare and review basis of estimates, pricing, schedules, contracts, and NDAs.
• Lead supplier negotiations on terms, scope, funding, and delivery.
• Develop supplier evaluation criteria and build subcontract award packages.
• Negotiate subcontract modifications, additions, and deletions.
• Maintain audit-ready files compliant with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and EAR.
• Partner with Program Managers to ensure obligations and flow downs are met.

Skills

DoD/aerospace experience

Contract negotiation

Subcontract administration

Flow downs

FAR/DFARS/ITAR/EAR knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

U.S. Person requirement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Location: Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000 to $140,000 per year

Own the full subcontract lifecycle for defense aerospace programs at a growing, private equity backed manufacturer.

Must-Haves

• 6 to 8 years of experience supporting DoD, aerospace, defense, or government-funded programs
• Strong ability to interpret and negotiate subcontract terms under FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and EAR
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Ability to manage multiple subcontracts and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced problem-solving and judgment in high-risk contractual situations
• Strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance, and program management
• Must be a U.S. Person due to access to export-controlled information

What You'll Do

• Manage the full lifecycle of subcontract administration, from quoting and award to PO issuance and closeout
• Analyze SOWs, solicitations, terms, and flow downs to identify business and compliance risks
• Provide subcontract risk assessments to senior leadership
• Prepare and review basis of estimates, pricing, schedules, contracts, and NDAs
• Lead supplier negotiations on terms, scope, funding, and delivery
• Develop supplier evaluation criteria and build subcontract award packages
• Negotiate subcontract modifications, additions, and deletions
• Maintain audit-ready files compliant with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and EAR
• Partner with Program Managers to ensure obligations and flow downs are met

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with FFP, CPFF, T&M, LOE, IDIQ, and GWAC contract types
• CPSR and purchasing system compliance experience
• AS9100 and CMMC familiarity
• Knowledge of GSAR and TINA
• Experience with sole-source and competitive solicitations
• Business capture and proposal support experience

Compensation and Benefits

• $100,000 to $140,000 per year
• Growth opportunities with a PE-backed company

About the Company

Our client is a private equity backed aerospace component manufacturer known for a strong culture and significant growth opportunity.