Senior Subcontracts Administrator IRES

Position Title Sr. Subcontracts AdministratorLocation Schriever Space Force Base Colorado Springs CO Redstone Arsenal Huntsville AL Fort Belvoir VA Dahlgren VA Vandenberg CARelocation Assistance None available at this timeRemoteTelework Yes - Available for this positionClearance Type DoW SecretShift Day shiftTravel Required Up to 10 of the timeThis role specifically requires Subcontract Administrator experience. Candidates whose backgrounds consist only of COR or contract administration duties do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.Description of DutiesAmentum is seeking an experienced Senior Subcontracts Administrator to support the Missile Defense Agency MDA Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions IRES contract. This position independently manages a portfolio of complex high-value subcontracts from acquisition planning through closeout and serves as the principal subcontract business advisor to program and task order teams. The role is accountable for compliant execution sound business decisions subcontractor performance and complete audit-ready procurement files in accordance with applicable FARDFARS requirements prime contract flowdowns company policy delegated authority and approved acquisition strategies.The candidate will be responsible for the followingSubcontract ManagementLead the full subcontract lifecycle.Plan compete negotiate award administer modify and close complex subcontracts with minimal supervision while maintaining clear ownership of schedule risk approvals and file documentation.Develop the acquisition strategy.Translate technical requirements into executable packages.Conduct and document market research.Identify capable sources assess competition validate supplier eligibility and responsibility and support make-or-buy commerciality and single- or sole-source determinations when applicable.Manage solicitations and source selection.Proposal Analysis Negotiation and AwardPerform cost and price analysis.Lead negotiations within delegated authority.Document the business decision.Establish the appropriate subcontracting arrangement.Ensure award readiness.Post-Award Administration and Supplier PerformanceMaintain contractual control.Administer changes..Monitor subcontractor performance.Resolve performance and payment issues.Maintain effective supplier relationships.Complete formal closeout.Compliance Records and Business LeadershipInterpret and apply requirements.Maintain CPSR-ready and audit-ready files..Protect sensitive information.Support reviews and corrective actions.Improve execution.The successful candidate willExercise sound independent judgment and know when a matter requires management legal compliance or customer escalation.Manage multiple high-priority actions and short deadlines without sacrificing compliance documentation quality or business judgment.Communicate contractual risk clearly and convert technical or program requirements into specific enforceable subcontract language.Be organized responsive detail-oriented and effective in a collaborative matrixed program environment.Understand how subcontract terms allocate cost schedule technical and performance risk and applies that understanding during negotiations.Resumes in month and year format must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies.Basic RequirementsMust have an active DoD Secret Security ClearanceMust have 2 or more years of experience performing in a senior level subcontracts administration role or comparable position.Must have 5 or more years of directly related experience in Government subcontractingMust have 10 or more years of general full-time work experienceMay be reduced with completion of advanced educationMust have demonstrated recent subcontract experience working with the FARDFARSWorking knowledge of multiple contract types including IDIQ CPIF T&M firm-fixed price and demonstrated ability to execute and interpret federal regulations within contractsMust be proficient in Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel and SharePointMust have demonstrated recent subcontract experience working with the FARDFARSWorking knowledge of multiple contract types including IDIQ CPIF T&M firm-fixed price and demonstrated ability to execute and interpret federal regulations within contractsMust be proficient in Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel and SharePointMust have an active DoD Secret Security ClearanceDesired RequirementsHave experience developing subcontract requirements with little to no prior acquisition historyHave demonstrated experience developing process improvements and new processes for subcontract management portfoliosThis position is expected to pay 125000 - 140000 annually depending on experience education and any certifications that are directly related to the position. Compensation Details125000 - 140000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.Benefits OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement CBA the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act SCA or other employment contracts may include different provisionsbenefits. Original Posting11092026 - 11122026Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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