Subcontract Manager I

Jet Propulsion Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 66,352 - 80,704; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Wellbeing programs

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory is seeking an entry-level Subcontracts Manager to support JPL/NASA missions. In this non-supervisory role, you will manage subcontracts and ensure timely completion with a focus on customer service.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline, strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. The position offers a range of benefits including health, dental, vision, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline with ≥1 year of experience, or a Master's degree with no required experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks with appropriate prioritization.
• Strong critical-thinking, oral and written communication, and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, solicit, select, award, draft, and manage subcontracts for various items and services.
• Develop solicitation documents to obtain pricing and proposals, identifying best-value bidders.
• Formulate negotiation strategies and conduct negotiations on subcontract terms.
• Manage cost, schedule, and quality of awarded subcontracts, ensuring compliance with requirements.
• Ensure timely completion and closeout of subcontracts, negotiating and executing modifications.
• Serve as the primary interface with JPL technical and business partners and suppliers.

Skills

Critical thinking

Oral communication

Written communication

Customer service

Task prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Overview

Subcontracts Manager – entry‑level, non‑supervisory role in the Acquisitions Division, Business Operations Directorate. The position is based in the Communications & Instruments Group and supports JPL/NASA missions.

Responsibilities

• Identify, solicit, select, award, draft, and manage subcontracts for commercial items, services, flight hardware, computer hardware & software, fabrication services, technology demonstrations, and laboratory/project support.
• Develop solicitation documents from purchase requisitions and project documents to obtain pricing, cost, technical, and management proposals, identifying lowest responsive and responsible or best‑value bidders.
• Formulate negotiation strategies and conduct negotiations on delivery, price, technical requirements, and subcontract terms.
• Manage cost, schedule, and quality of awarded subcontracts, ensuring compliance with laboratory requirements and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensure timely completion and closeout of subcontracts, negotiating and executing subcontract modifications when needed.
• Serve as the primary interface with JPL technical and business partners and suppliers, providing excellent customer service throughout the full supply‑chain process.

Qualifications

• Typical requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline with ≥1 year of experience, or a Master’s degree with no required experience.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple tasks with appropriate prioritization.
• Strong critical‑thinking, oral and written communication, and customer‑service skills.

Preferred

• Experience utilizing business skills and customer service in procurement or total supply‑chain management.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
• Experience with Oracle ERP or other ERP systems.
• Professional designation in government contracts or purchasing management (or related professional affiliation).

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave, and more.

Salary

Annual range for this position in Pasadena, California: $66,352 – $80,704.

EEO Statement

JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.