Subcontracts Administrator

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of subcontracting activities, including requirements definition, RFP/RFQ/RFI issuance, and proposal evaluation.
• Execute subcontract modifications and ensure supplier compliance with company Terms and Conditions, trade compliance, and legal obligations.
• Provide oversight of FAR/DFARS compliance and ensure adherence to DCAA audit requirements and AS9100 standards.
• Drive supplier performance by managing supply and demand, schedules, quality, delivery, and financial performance.
• Identify and mitigate supplier risks and opportunities through regular engagement.
• Reconcile subcontractor invoices with company cost tracking tools and facilitate payments via the Accounts Payable process.
• Generate performance metrics, graphs, and charts for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, engineering, manufacturing, program management, and quality assurance teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Subcontracts, Contracts, Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Subcontracts, Contracts, or Supply Chain Management.
• Previous experience in aerospace subcontracting.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and relevant procurement regulations.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree with a supply chain or business major.
• Experience as an Aerospace Buyer or Subcontracts Administrator.
• Experience using the Deltek Costpoint ERP system.
• Active Security Clearance (SAP/SAR).
• Ability to brief effectively at all levels of leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance and flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings accounts and life/disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid and unpaid time off programs.

About the Company

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have a direct impact on global security, including missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold, and innovative, constantly challenging the status quo to explore new technologies.