Subcontracts & Procurement Specialist
On-siteFairfax, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Lead cradle-to-grave subcontract and procurement activities in compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and company policies. Prepare and issue RFPs and RFQs, evaluate supplier proposals, conduct cost and price analyses, and negotiate terms and conditions. Support procurement efforts related to R&D, prototype manufacturing, engineering services, software licensing, and technical materials. Evaluate, onboard, and manage subcontractors and vendors while drafting agreements, modifications, and flow-down requirements. Maintain audit-ready procurement records and CPSR-compliant documentation. Partner with engineering, finance, supply chain, and project teams to support successful program execution. Manage supplier performance and develop strong vendor relationships. This role supports advanced research, engineering, software, and manufacturing programs within a growing, technology-focused organization.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
- 7-10 years of subcontract administration or procurement experience within a DoD or defense contracting environment.
- Minimum three years of hands-on Deltek Costpoint Procurement Module experience.
- Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, CPSR requirements, and subcontract administration.
- Experience supporting R&D, manufacturing, engineering, or software acquisition programs.
- Experience administering Fixed Price, Cost Plus, and Time & Materials agreements.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic and fast-changing environment.
- Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Government Property management.
- Costpoint 8.0 or higher experience.
- Experience supporting prototype or low-rate manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with export-controlled procurements and ITAR/EAR requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
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