Subcontracts Specialist Reston, Virginia (+1 more locations)

Precise Systems Inc.; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Precise Systems Inc. is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist to support Prime Contracts with moderate value and complexity, operating with minimal oversight.

The role interfaces with Program Management, Contracts, Project Finance, Accounting, and customers, and may require travel or on-site support to meet customer demands. Hybrid work is possible, but travel and on-site presence may be required by customer requirements.

Qualifications

• BS/BA with 4+ years of relevant progressive experience; MS with 6+ years.
• Additional years may substitute for degree.
• 4+ years of subcontract or contract administration experience.
• Familiar with FAR/DFARS and government acquisition process.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Adobe.
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-starter who can work with minimal oversight and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary interface between subcontractors and Precise for contractual issues.
• Interface with Program Management, Contracts, Project Finance, Accounting, and customers.
• Attend and serve as Subcontract representative at program and project meetings.
• Create moderate complexity RFP solicitations per government and Precise requirements.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals.
• Conduct price and cost analyses.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with subcontractors.
• Issue and administer subcontracts and flow-down requirements from Prime Contract.
• Maintain subcontractor file documentation for audits.
• Identify and resolve moderate issues on subcontracts.
• Perform subcontract close-out activities.
• Negotiate non-disclosure agreements.
• Support Precise proposal activity of moderate complexity and value.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract administration

Government contracting

Interpersonal communication

MS Office

Education

BS/BA in related field

MS in related field

Tools

Adobe

Job description

Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation’s most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.

We are seeking a Subcontracts Specialist to support Prime Contracts with subcontractor activity of moderate dollar value and complexity with limited oversight and direction.

Hybrid Work Disclaimer: This position may allow for hybrid work; however, employees must be able and willing to travel and provide in-office or on-site support as required by customer requirements, project demands, or business needs.

Duties:

• Acts as primary interface between subcontractors and Precise for all contractual related issues
• Interfaces with Program Management, Contracts, Project Finance, Accounting, Business Development and Precise Customers
• Attend and serve as a Subcontract representative at program and project meetings.
• Creation of moderate complexity RFP solicitations in accordance with Government and Precise requirements.
• Evaluation of subcontractor proposals
• Conducts price and cost analyses
• Participates and sometime leads negotiation of pricing and terms and conditions with subcontractors
• Issues and administers subcontracts of various types including identification and inclusion of flow down requirements from the Prime Contract.
• Maintain and update subcontractor file documentation for internal and external audits by applying Precise best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Identifies and resolves moderate issues and problems on assigned subcontracts
• Performs subcontract close-out activities.
• Negotiation of non-disclosure agreements
• Supports Precise proposal activity of moderate complexity and value

Required Education:

• BA/BS w/ 4+ years of relevant progressive experience or MS w/ 6+ years of prior relevant progressive experience.
• Additional years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of degree BS/BA or MS or additional years of equivalent work experience

Required Experience:

• 4+ years of subcontract or contract administration experience
• Working knowledge and experience working with the FAR, DFARS, and government acquisition process
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and Adobe
• Ability to multi-task and complete work assignments with tight deadlines
• Motivated self-starter who can work with minimal oversight and as part of a team in a dynamic environment
• Attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong time management skills.

Desired Experience:

• Experience with the materials module of Deltek Costpoint
• Experience with Coupa or other similar e-procurement systems (Jaggaer, iValua, etc.)
• Experience working procurements cradle to grave
• Experience working in a DCMA approved purchasing system environment

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visitwww.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.