Subcontracts Administrator

Astronautics Corporation of America; Oak Creek (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronautics Corporation of America is seeking a Subcontracts Administrator to lead end-to-end management of complex commercial and government subcontracts in support of critical pursuits and production efforts. You will negotiate and draft agreements, ensure regulatory compliance, and mitigate risk while collaborating across functions.

This hybrid, on-site role is based at our Headquarters in Oak Creek, WI, reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum five years drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement procedures, and subcontractor management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong computer skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time in a deadline-driven environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and draft complex commercial and government contracts with domestic and international subcontractors.
• Monitor and report performance against contractual obligations.
• Administer contract and PO execution with customers and subcontractors.
• Identify and communicate business issues related to contractual requirements.
• Apply legal acumen with strategic oversight to support sound business decisions.
• Maintain robust customer and subcontractor agreements.
• Support preparation of business proposals, including certifications, representations, and terms and conditions.
• Manage subcontract records within the ERP system.
• Provide cross-functional support across departments.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract law

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Subcontracts Administrator. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end management of complex commercial and government subcontracts that support critical business pursuits, development programs, and production efforts. You will negotiate and draft agreements that align with customer contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, and mitigate risk. Partnering cross-functionally, you will oversee subcontract performance from solicitation through execution, blending legal insight with business strategy to safeguard the company’s interests and enable successful program delivery.

This hybrid, on-site position is located at our Headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Senior Manager, Procurement.

How You Will Do It

• Review, negotiate, and draft complex commercial and government contracts with domestic and international subcontractors.
• Conduct thorough reviews of contract terms to mitigate risk and ensure strict compliance with customer contracts, subcontracts, organizational standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and report on Astronautics’ and subcontractors’ performance against contractual obligations.
• Identify and communicate business issues related to contractual requirements.
• Administer the execution of contracts and purchase orders with customers and subcontractors.
• Apply legal acumen with strategic oversight to support sound business decisions.
• Establish and maintain robust customer and subcontractor agreements.
• Support the preparation of business proposals, including certifications, representations, and terms and conditions.
• Provide cross-functional support across departments.
• Utilize and manage subcontract records within the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

Required

What We Look For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial and/or government contract terms and conditions; or relevant internship and academic experience in this area.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of contract law, procurement procedures and subcontractor management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong overall computer skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Desired

• Familiarity with export regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Familiarity with an AS9100/ISO9001 and FAA environments, and ERP systems.
• National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Certification.

Who We Are

We are a team that designs computers, displays and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics, you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.