Subcontract Administrator V

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in San Diego's Torrey Pines area is seeking an experienced Subcontract Administrator to join the Subcontracts team. The role requires leading major subcontracts for mission-critical hardware and services, reviewing SOWs, RFPs, and conducting source selections, with emphasis on cost analysis and negotiations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate senior-level expertise in government contracting (FAR/DFARS/ITAR), SDRL management, and multiple contract types, while guiding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in supply chain management, contract administration, or related discipline, plus 15+ years of progressive professional experience.
• Must be well versed in Government Contracting (FAR, DFARS, ITAR) and possess a comprehensive understanding of acquisition principles and related regulations.
• Experience with Statements of Work and SDRL management.
• Experience with various contract types (e.g., FFP, CR, CPFF, T&M).
• Ability to lead and communicate new concepts for unique requirements.

Responsibilities

• Procure major subcontracts for complex hardware and services.
• Review SOWs and prepare RFPs/RFQs and conduct source selections.
• Lead cost and pricing reviews with management and customers.
• Negotiate subcontracts with suppliers.
• Interpret terms and contribute to modifications of standard/non-standard provisions.
• Advise management of rights and obligations.
• Identify subcontract risks and develop innovative solutions.
• Represent the organization as the primary subcontract contact to internal and external customers.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and government regulations throughout procurement lifecycle.
• Observe all laws and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Customer focus

Independent work

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration with emphasis in supply chain management

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

SAP

Job description

53461BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Subcontract Administrator to join our Subcontracts team at our location in Torrey Pines, CA. This role will primarily support our Energy and Maritime Divisions, but may also support other areas as well from time to time. Requires strong analytical skills, critical thinking, problem solving, emotional intelligence, written and verbal communication, and ability to work independently, in a team environment and provide subcontract leadership for the company.

This position must sit in Torrey Pines area of San Diego several days per week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for major subcontracts procurement of complex mission critical hardware and/or services necessary to support assigned program(s) and related program proposal activities.

• Reviews SOWs, prepares RFP/RFQ’s, conducts source selection determinations (including noncompetitive justifications).

• Reviews and analyzes supplier bids/proposals and performs cost and/or price analysis. Leads cost and pricing reviews with program management and customers.

• Conducts subcontracts negotiations with suppliers.

• Reviews, interprets, and provides recommendations regarding terms and conditions, and participates and/or leads negotiations for modifications to standard/non-standard subcontract provisions.

• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.

• Identifies subcontract risks/issues and provides leadership in developing innovative solutions to complex subcontracting requirements.

• Represents the organization as the primary subcontract business point of contact on assigned subcontracts to internal and external customers, making presentations as required.

• Ensures compliance with company policy/procedures, and government regulations throughout the procurement lifecycle. Maintains an awareness of regulatory changes and their impacts on subcontracts.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in supply chain management, contract administration, or a related discipline, along with fifteen (15) or more years of progressive professional experience. Equivalent professional purchasing, subcontract, or contract administration experience may be substituted in lieu of education.

• Must be well versed in Government Contracting (i.e., FAR, DFARS, ITAR) and have a comprehensive understanding of acquisition principles, theories, concepts related to government rules and regulations supporting major agencies (i.e., DOE, DoD, NASA, etc.), and experience demonstrating a broad application of those practices, techniques, standards, and regulations.

• Must have experience and familiarity with Statements of Work and SDRL management.

• Must have experience with various contract types (e.g., FFP, CR, CPFF, T&M, etc.).

• Must possess the ability to provide leadership in developing and communicating new concepts for unique requirements.

Must be customer focused and possess:

• The ability to understand complex requirements and develop innovative solutions.

• Excellent verbal/written communication and the ability to make presentations to a variety of audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties.

• The ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate subcontract activities during multiple work phases.

• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with standard office tools (ie. MS Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, etc.).

• SAP experience is desirable.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; capable of representing the organization as the primary contact on subcontract matters with program management, subcontractors, and customers, and provide leadership to less experienced professional employees on projects.

• Ability to work extended hours and travel as required.

Job Category:

Contracts/Sub Contracts/Purchasing

Experience Level:

Senior (8+ years)

Workstyle:

Hybrid

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

116,480

Pay Range High:

208,505

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.