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Sierra Nevada Corporation Sr Subcontract Manager in Greenville, Texas
SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .
As a Senior Subcontract Manager (SCM), your main responsibility will be to effectively support the IAS Business Area. You will oversee the entire life cycle of subcontracts, from developing acquisition strategies and source selection to negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, execution, and closeout. Collaboration with various departments such as Contracts, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, Operations, Planning, and Logistics is crucial for seamless coordination and the achievement of company objectives. You will also monitor and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) to Supply Chain leadership, providing visibility on goals and objectives.
As a Senior SCM you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with legal, government requirements and standards, and company policies and procedures. Strong leadership skills, expertise in subcontract management, and effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders are necessary for success in this role. You may also mentor, coach and promote industry best practices within the subcontracts organization.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your experience and leadership skills in an industry that supports and protects our explorers and heroes.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
At SNC, the Subcontracts function covers a variety of customer segments, including the Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Federal Government, Commercial, International Governments, and Commercial. We support an incredibly diverse landscape of technologies, development, production, technical & professional services, sustainment, and repairs. Subcontracts leverage various subcontract types (i.e., firm fixed price (FFP), cost reimbursement (CPFF, CPIF), time & material (T&M), etc.) to best manage risk for SNC and our Primes.
This role’s responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks and require strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills to effectively manage subcontracts, ensure compliance, drive process improvements, and support the organization's goals and objectives.
This role is open to a hybrid schedule or 100% remote work in most states
Responsibilities include:
Manage the overall life cycle of subcontracts, from the initial sourcing and acquisition strategy development through the solicitation, negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, subcontractor execution, and closeout steps
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) by providing guidance, problem-solving, and mentoring/coaching peers
Actively engage with programs and cross-functional groups to implement supply chain strategies and execute work to support organizational and program needs
Perform peer reviews of subcontract packages to ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and company policies and procedures
Act as an SME to support and advise during internal and external audits, to including DCMA CPSR audits
Ensure the organization’s compliance with FARs, DFARs, Prime Contract flow downs, International Trade Compliance Office (ITCO), and other applicable policies and regulations
Develop subcontracts acquisition strategies and collaborate on sourcing for subcontracts across assigned programs
Develop and implement negotiation strategies for price, schedule, payment terms, cost savings/avoidances, data rights and intellectual property, terms and conditions, and other prime contract requirements
Support the development of subcontract requirements, such as Statements of Work (SOW), and generate requests for proposals (RFP)
Review and collaborate with the programs on Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW) requirements to integrate subcontract management deliverables, including defined milestones, completion/acceptance criteria, period of performance, EVMS, and quality requirements
Ensure program compliance to prime contract obligations and execution methods
Communicate effectively, providing program and metrics updates to supply chain and cross-functional leadership. Support requests and inquiries from various departments
Manage change and risk associated with subcontractors’ cost, schedule performance, collaborate with engineering and PMO on technical aspects, and manage subcontracts customer/government-owned property
Support business development, new pursuits, and proposal activities from the beginning gates of Basis of Estimate (BOEs) development to complex negotiations
Negotiate and execute legal agreements to include partnering and teaming agreements
Support cross-function requests/inquiries from Contracts, Program Management Office (PMO), Business Development (BD), Engineering, Finance, Quality, Operations, Logistics, International Trade Compliance Office (ITCO), Regulatory Government Compliance, Accounts Payable (AP), and Property Management
Analyze and ensure compliance with prime contract and program requirements. Identify trends and correlations in data and program requirements, develop action plans to address negative trends and mitigate risks
Work with PMO and Contracts to determine the appropriate means of acquisition solutions for program needs. Identify/mitigate risks during proposal phase
Understand Earned Value Management (EVMS), Control Account Management (CAM) principles, Program Management, and financial concepts
Must-haves:
Bachelor's Degree in a related field and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Experience with government federal acquisition regulations (FAR) requirements
5+ years of practical FAR Part 12 (sub)Contract experience
5+ years of practical FAR Part 15 (sub)Contract experience
Supply chain management skills and government subcontract experience
Proficient negotiation skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Cost / Price Analysis Experience
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Preferred:
In-depth Subcontracts experience within the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry to include development, and sustainment activities programs is a plus
Subject Matter Expert (SME), self-starter, works independently, proactively solve problems, and detail oriented
Advanced understanding of production, development, services, repairs, and sustainment efforts
Advanced knowledge of contract types (i.e., FFP, Cost Reimbursement, T&M, CPFF, CPIF, etc.), government proposals and Basis of Estimate (BOE)
Advanced experience with presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate and brief leadership and executives, internally and externally
Successful experience with internal and external audits, to include supporting DCMA CPSR audits
Advanced knowledge of government requirements, certified cost or pricing data, complex fact-finding, and negotiations experience. Advanced experience with Price and Cost Analyses, and certified cost or pricing data requirements
Advanced knowledge and experience with FARs, DFARs, International Trade Compliance, ITAR, EAR, Import/Export, TAAs (Technical Assistance Agreements), and legal terms and conditions
Experience with data rights and intellectual property is a plus
Proactively develops and implements action plans to address negative trends and mitigate risks
Advanced experience with complex Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW) is a plus
Advanced ability to review complex Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW), understand work scope, and hold other functions accountable to provide clarity and eliminate ambiguity in SOW language and technical requirements is a plus
Experience and or knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS) and Control Account Management (CAM) principles, Program Management and Financial concepts is a plus
Financial acumen and understanding of forecasting and Supply Chain's influence on annual operating plan to include orders, sales, profit, and cash flow is a plus
In-depth working knowledge of Commodity, Category and Sourcing Management
Background in manufacturing timelines and requirements and experience with Procurement systems, ERP and MRP
Ability to read and understand technical requirements and formulate a subcontracting strategy while balancing multiple stakeholder needs
Understanding of cross functional data sources/influences and able to extract and identify trends and correlations in the data and program requirements
Data analytics experience. Expertise in problem solving and KPIs optimization by leveraging experience and analysis of data
Subcontract experience within the Subcontracts function with advanced coaching and mentorship skills is a plus
Able to lead, mentor, resolve conflicts and provide Subcontracts training to organization if required
Pursues permanent resolution and institutes preventative actions by following RCCA principles
Continuous improvement mind set
Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus
EVMS and CAM certification is a plus
Focus on execution with excellence
Advanced working experience with Microsoft Office, Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookup, etc.), Word, Power Point, Project, etc
At SNC we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)
Estimated Starting Salary: $95,298.10 - $131,034.89
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SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!