Subcontracts Program Manager

CAE Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Work-life balance

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. is seeking a Subcontracts Program Manager to oversee complex subcontract activities across defense programs. You will develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with program goals on a hybrid schedule with nationwide/international travel.

The role requires 10–12 years of subcontract or program mgmt, knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and a proven track record with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; Master’s preferred.
• 10–12 years of subcontract or program management experience, aerospace/defense preferred.
• Knowledge of US government acquisition regulations like FAR/DFARS.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops subcontract strategies to meet current and future program needs.
• Coordinates with program teams to turn plans into actionable tasks.
• Provide subcontract guidelines and training to program managers.
• Monitor major subcontractor performance across delivery, quality, EV.
• Lead negotiations aligning with program financial goals.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Configuration Management

Earned Value Management

Integrated Master Schedules

Job description

Who We Are:

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness. CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

CAE Defense and Security deliveries complex training solutions to a wide variety of military customers. These training solutions enable mission readiness and improve the overall safe execution of complex military operations. The training solutions replicate with exceptional fidelity operation of high technology equipment interacting in a virtual environment indistinguishable from real world operations. Subcontracts Program Manager to work with our Sr. Director US Operations to manage the execution of subcontracts for materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly specialized and complex nature through all phases of the program lifecycle. Develop, implement, and manage strategies for our critical subcontracts. Working with technical and program management resources to delivery acquisition ready work share packages to major subcontract partners. Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external customers and foster and maintain good supplier relationships, while driving transparency and success across the supply chain. This is an evolving position of visibility that works with all levels of program management, finance, engineering management, and operations management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This is an evolving position of visibility that works with all levels of program management, finance, engineering management, and operations management.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Develops supply chain and subcontract strategies that support both current and future program needs.
• Work with functional and program teams to make these plans actionable.
• Coordinates with program management, business development, engineering, and executive leadership to incorporate recent innovations and industry best practices into our global supply chain.
• Provide subcontracting strategies, guidelines and training to Program Managers regarding the development and release of effective subcontract statements of work (SSOW) and associated work scoping material. This may include reviewing and editing SSOWs for high priority programs.
• Support program teams and subcontracts administration in routine tracking and management of major subcontractor performance to include delivery, quality, and earned value.
• Develop and implement negotiation strategies that support program financial goals.
• Conduct briefings to both internal and external senior leaders in order to convey strategies for improving supply chain and subcontract performance.
• Support additional proposal and/or program start-up activities when not supporting SSOW development or training.
• Liaison with subcontract management resources and the program teams to ensure continued alignment and clarification of subcontract tasking to include performance-based criteria.
• Analyzes subcontract program performance data to determine gaps or trends.
• Attend high priority program start-up and monthly status reviews and document observations.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 10-12 years subcontract or program management experience, with aerospace and defense preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and bidding proposals or management of supplier performance.
• Practical experience and understanding of US Government acquisition regulations such as the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, etc.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing cross functional teams.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors.
• Experience with Configuration Management, Risk Management, Integrated Master Schedules, Earned Value Management, Sales and Operations Planning.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

Ability to travel nationally and internationally, 10% of the time. Ability to handle essential duties and responsibilities worldwide. Work will be performed in an office environment on a hybrid schedule.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to operate personal computer, communicate via telephone. Ability to work many hours under pressure.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Position Type Regular

Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success.

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Data Privacy Privacy Statement | CAE

As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted. Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.