Subcontract Manager (Procurement Specialist, Lead

Position:Subcontract Manager (Procurement Specialist, Lead)

Location: 14399 Penrose Place

Suite 220

Chantilly, VA

Job :3128

# of Openings:1

Redwire's mission is to pioneer next-generation space and defense technologies that empower scientific discovery, advance global industries, and strengthen security – transforming how humanity explores, connects, and protects – from the skies above to the stars beyond

Position Summary

Redwire Space, Inc. is seeking a Subcontract Manager responsible for executing the full lifecycle of subcontract activities, including pre-award actions, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, oversight, and closeout. This role will primarily support Business Development, Capture, and Proposal teams by engaging potential subcontractors early in the pursuit lifecycle, establishing teaming frameworks, and securing compliant subcontractor pricing and technical inputs and negotiating terms in support of government and commercial proposals.

The position may be assigned to support high‑visibility or strategically significant negotiations, including resolving complex contractual issues and facilitating conflict resolution among internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities may also include driving subcontractor accountability by overseeing performance, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, and implementing corrective actions when necessary to protect company interests and maintain program execution.

The Subcontract Manager will also contribute to the development and refinement of subcontracting processes, templates, and tools and support efforts to integrate sourcing and subcontracting activities into Redwire’s Digital Engineering Environment. As the company scales, this position offers opportunity for expanded scope and growth within the Supply Chain organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Award & Proposal Support

• Draft, negotiate, and execute pre-award documentation, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Teaming Agreements (TAs) with strategic partners.
• Issue Requests for Information (RFIs) and pricing data calls to potential subcontractors to support proposal development.
• Collaborate with Capture and Proposal Managers to integrate subcontractor pricing, past performance, and technical inputs into prime proposals.

• Develop and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and bid-package documentation required for subcontract formation and prime proposal development.
• Review and analyze subcontractor proposals, including fact-finding and cost/price evaluations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Negotiate pricing, schedule, terms and conditions, and contractual requirements with suppliers.
• Prepare, draft, and finalize subcontract agreements, amendments, and flow-down requirements consistent with prime contract obligations.

• Maintain complete and compliant subcontract files, ensuring documentation meets audit requirements.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, coordinate delivery milestones, and resolve contractual or performance issues.
• Prepare contractual correspondence, corrective action and cure notices, reports, and internal updates.
• Ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS and export control (ITAR/EAR) regulations.

• Interface with Program Management to provide updates on subcontract status, schedule drivers, and supplier impacts.
• Coordinate with Engineering to understand technical requirements, long-lead considerations, and supplier inquiries.
• Support alignment of subcontracting activities with program and enterprise objectives.

• Contribute to integrating subcontracting and sourcing workflows, documentation, and templates into Redwire’s Digital Engineering Environment.
• Participate in process development initiatives, supporting creation and maintenance of standardized forms, templates, and job aids.
• Provide functional input into continuous improvement initiatives across the Supply Chain organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply…