Government Subcontract Specialist

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.

Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Government Subcontract Specialist I or II PREFERRED CANDIDATE IDENTIFIED LEVEI I Estimated annual base pay: $62,000.00 (minimum) - $80,000.00 (midpoint) - $99,000.00 (maximum) LEVEL II Estimated annual base pay: $72,000.00 (minimum) - $93,000.00 (midpoint) - $ (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
  Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

• Coordination and Management:
  In direct alignment with proposal manager for the prime contract, managing the solicitation activities for all associated subcontract managers.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
  Collect and analyze supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Process Improvement:
  Capable of identifying inefficiencies within sourcing and subcontracting processes and implementing effective improvements to enhance overall performance.
• Documentation Management:
  Maintains accurate and organized records of all subcontracting activities, contracts, and related documentation.
• Communication Coordination:
  Acts as a liaison between Subcontract Managers, Proposal Managers, Contracts, and Suppliers to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.

• Serve as a primary liaison between Subcontract Management, Category Management, PLC teams, and Contracts Compliance for government contracting activities
• Develop solicitation packages, review supplier proposals, and prepare proposal analysis files
• Create subcontract file package structures and supporting documentation to meet compliance requirements
• Ensure subcontract compliance before approval and assist with subcontract closeout activities
• Train, mentor, and support teams on subcontracting processes, standard work, and compliance execution
• Track key metrics, support continuous improvement efforts, and help resolve procurement issues in project and program work
• Manage RFQs and enter subcontract data accurately into ERP systems such as SAP and WISE

• Legal Acumen:
  Learns legal terms and processes. Assists in contract processes. Further development required.
• Financial Acumen:
  Learns financial principles; understands financial statements and…