Senior Subcontracts Administrator

Senior Subcontracts Administrator

Location:

NY, US

Fitchburg, MA, US, 01420

Job : 113361

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

DRS NPS has an immediate need for a Subcontracts Administrator to conduct proposal preparation, subcontract negotiation, and administration of complex subcontracts. Develop subcontract specifications, requirements, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of materials, equipment and services in support of multiple contract types. This is a primarily work from home position with local travel to our Fitchburg, MA facility when required for business reasons including all hands / quarterly meetings, vendor travel to our facility, customer engagement on site, training/teambuilding activities, etc.

• Conduct proposal preparation, subcontract negotiation, and administration of complex subcontracts
• Develop subcontract specifications, requirements, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of materials, equipment and services in support of multiple contract types.
• Provide strategy and recommendations to internal staff and subcontractors on procurement issues
• Select or recommend subcontractors
• Evaluate proposals and monitor company performance on subcontract obligations.
• Prepare contractual documents, including the preparation of subcontract terms and conditions, and assemble
• Coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts
• Negotiate and administer agreements between the company/customers/subcontractors/vendors ensuring adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements
• Monitor subcontract performance on government contracts
• Respond to standard inquiries regarding subcontract obligations and revisions
• Maintain effective internal and external customer relations
• Perform special projects as requested
• Train internal staff on subcontract-related topics
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend Leonardo DRS’ mission, values and culture

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent experience with 5+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
• Basic understanding of contract/purchase order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the government contracting process including sole source and competitive procurements
• Knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use
• Knowledge of source selection/evaluation process including cost and price analysis
• Knowledge of requirements for administration of government property
• Knowledge of government subcontract administration duties including subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out and records retention
• Knowledge of proper drafting, negotiation and use of subcontracts, POs, teaming and other forms of agreements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic understanding of subcontract/agreement briefings, negotiation and review
• Basic knowledge of monitoring contracts/subcontracts
• General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance a plus.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is ($85,600-$122,408). This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to:
Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s…