Subcontracts Program Manager II - Boulder CO

VetJobs; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems Boulder is seeking a Program Subcontract Manager with cost, schedule, and technical accountability for major subcontract(s). You will lead a Subcontract Management Team, coordinate with customers and suppliers, and ensure compliance with mission requirements and milestones.

The role requires a BS/BA, 10+ years in subcontract management, and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph. Travel up to 25% and on-site work in Colorado. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related field plus 10+ years related experience.
• Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with polygraph.
• Degree substitutions may apply for higher degrees.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall subcontract management for major programs or subcontracts.
• Coordinate proposal preparation and supplier evaluations.
• Develop and manage the Subcontract Management Plan (PSMP).
• Lead the Subcontract Management Team and ensure staffing aligns with plan.
• Ensure communication of requirements and milestones to subcontractors.
• Manage subcontract cost, schedule, technical, and quality deliverables.

Skills

Program management

Subcontract management

Cost control

Proposal support

Risk management

Leadership

Education

BS/BA in related field

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain

Top Secret/SCI Polygraph

U.S. Person Required Yes

Travel Percentage 25%

Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess

Top Secret/SCI

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Is Relocation Available Yes

Job Description

Primary program POC with management responsibility and overall cost/schedule/technical accountability for a single major/critical subcontract, or portfolio of large program subcontracts performance, risk management and tracking. Plan, organize, direct, and control significant program subcontract management activities in support of an SMS proposal or program. Ensure supplier execution of all subcontract requirements for cost, schedule, technical, and mission assurance. Additionally, maintain positive internal and external relations with the BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) customer, the program team, and the supplier(s).

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

The Integrated Supply Chain team has a direct impact on program success, acting as a critical chain that links the end-to-end material flow together. Our organization helps propel us forward and achieve true mission partnership.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for overall leadership and management of a single program subcontract or a portfolio of program subcontracts, with clear lines of authority defined at the program level. Primary Program POC to all Program subcontract stakeholders with responsibility for subcontract cost, schedule, technical, quality, and all deliverables going to/from subcontractor(s).
• Participate in proposal preparation activities in support of new business capture opportunities with existing and/or new subcontractors, customers, and programs. Coordinate compilation of supplier RFP packages to align to customer proposal scope, timelines, and objectives. Coordinate SME inputs to technical evaluations of complex subcontractor proposals, assessing realism, reasonableness, and completeness.
• May lead development of Program Subcontract Management Plan (PSMP).
• Lead the program Subcontract Management Team (SMT) and aligns with the program to ensure the SMT is staffed with appropriate skill levels and that internal work is being accomplished according to plan in support of the subcontract management plan.
• Ensure program mission requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed to the subcontractor(s). Responsible for development and execution of subcontract: management plan, scope of work, technical requirements, mission assurance requirements, milestones, SDRLs and any other subcontract(s) deliverables necessary.
• Responsible for all subcontract(s) deliverables to the various program levels, as applicable.
• Program level budgetary authority for subcontract execution including profit/loss, labor budget, management reserve, and all aspects of oversight and management of the subcontract(s).
• Responsible for subcontract cost tracking, Earned Value (EV) and EAC budget, variance tracking and reporting requirements, including management, and monitoring timely supplier financial reporting.
• Ensure visibility and communication of subcontract technical, quality assurance, financial, schedule, and compliance to Program reporting requirements.
• Responsible for subcontract schedule and program level schedule margin specific to the subcontract(s). Ensure supplier IMS is integrated into the Program level IMS.
• Manage the subcontract(s) risks including subcontract(s) cost, schedule, technical and quality risks. Responsible for deconflicting resource and schedule conflicts at subcontractor(s) location. Responsibility and know-how to leverage program and SMS team in achieving efficient conflict resolution.
• Responsible for subcontract(s) change control and management. Support change proposal efforts for subcontract(s) including pre-coordination with subcontractor(s) to establish expectations. Lead internal evaluation of subcontractor(s) change proposals and development of negotiation plans.
• In partnership with the Subcontract Manager (SMS’ empowered official for the subcontract), act as the principal interface with the subcontractor on all subcontract related subjects and perform as a liaison between subcontractor, Program, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Work closely with and assist Subcontract Manager to ensure Subcontract is maintained current and meets Program requirements. Establish SMS programmatic negotiation position and support subcontract negotiations.
• Work closely with Program Management and customer to communicate subcontractor progress, resolve issues and concerns, and identify and manage subcontractor risk.
• Coordinate the participants, schedule, logistics, and success criteria and chair subcontractor program status, business, design, manufacturing, test and pre-ship reviews, including inclusion of Customer participation.
• May develop and manage a complete Subcontractor Performance system to tie past performance, current requirements, and subcontract documentation and management into predictive subcontractor performance model.
• Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Short Term Incentive: Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.

Auto req ID

481644BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

BS/BA in related field plus 10 or more years related experience.

Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

A current, active Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Polygraph.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $134640 - $228888

City*

Boulder

State*

Colorado

Job_Category

Information Technology

Job Code

HelpDesk Help_Desk

Affiliate Sponsor

BAE Systems