Salary Range: $110K - 135K

Position Summary

Tactical Air Support is seeking a Subcontracts Senior Specialist to drive operational excellence in our work with subcontractors for government defense-related and commercial projects in the aviation sector. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in support of DoD programs. We seek an individual who values extreme ownership of their work product, desires to positively impact the mission and success of the company and programs, actively pursues continuous professional growth, and seeks out ways to innovate and achieve efficiencies. Will possess the skills and confidence to build relationships with internal and external customers and align with the Tactical Air culture of high performance, personal accountability, and dedication and passion for Serving those who Serve.

Responsibilities

As a Subcontracts, Sr. Specialist you will own and manage the entire lifecycle of subcontract agreements (proposal through closeout. This is a dynamic, strategic, and operational position that requires strong verbal and written communication skills, an analytical mindset, and the ability to solve multi-layer challenges and prioritize competing interests. You'll be expected to manage subcontractor relationships with a focus on performance excellence (cost, schedule, delivery), compliance, efficiency, risk mitigation, and process improvement.

• Perform market research and issue Requests for Information, Quotes, or Proposals to potential subcontractors.
• Assists in the preparation of bid and proposal packages, coordinates development of evaluation criteria, analyzes, and evaluates proposals for price reasonableness and technical capability, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects, or recommends subcontractors, prepares subcontract package awards, and administers resulting subcontracts.
• Experience selecting and managing various contract types and their implications for subcontract management.
• Ensures Subcontractor compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Implement sourcing strategies, assess supplier risk, and develop mitigation plans.
• Develop and maintain subcontract change control process.
• Ability to negotiate terms and conditions, pricing, and changes with subcontractors while ensuring alignment with prime contract requirements.
• Strong negotiation skills to resolve disputes and reach mutually beneficial solutions.
• Responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating Subcontract Policies and Procedures

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or 13+ years of equivalent work experience may substitute for a degree.
• Eight-ten (8-10) years of relevant subcontract management experience in a DoD environment. Aviation experience is highly desirable.
• Solid knowledge, understanding, and practical application of FAR and DFARs clauses and requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of government compliance regulations such as ITAR, EAR, and cybersecurity regulations.
• Experience with simple, complex, and varied types of agreements (i.e. Master, Professional Services, MOAs/MOUs, etc.)
• Experience with DCAA/DCMA requirements, including cost accounting standards, audit compliance, and contract administration.
• Must be able to travel up to approx. 20% as needed.
• Valid state driver's license.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Desired Experience/Skills

• Master's degree
• Aviation experience is highly desirable.
• International Subcontracting

Work Authorization

• Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States and complete a U.S. government I-9 Form.
• Tactical Air Support is a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace. Pre-employment, random, or for cause drug/alcohol testing (including for marijuana) is required.
• Specific work hours are determined by operational, departmental, or contractual requirements.
• Occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime work may be required.

Tactical Air Support is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer