Principal Subcontracts Manager
Core
Strategic leadership in establishing, executing, and maturing subcontract management within a defense electronics manufacturing environment, building governance and compliance infrastructure to flow down prime contract requirements.
Role type
Principal Subcontracts Manager
Builds
Standards, governance, and compliance infrastructure for the supply base
Domain
Defense electronics manufacturing / Government contracting
Required skills
Supplier strategy, contract law, complex negotiation, risk management, FAR/DFARS compliance, ITAR/EAR regulations, strategic planning, enterprise-level negotiation, financial analysis, program management
Preferred skills
MBA, advanced technical degree
Technologies
CPSR (Contractor Purchasing System Review)
Responsibilities
Define long-term subcontracting strategy and governance structures; lead high-value supplier negotiations; serve as subject matter expert on subcontract compliance and export controls; advise senior leadership on acquisition strategies; establish enterprise metrics and supplier performance frameworks; partner with cross-functional teams to shape supplier strategies; mentor supply chain staff; serve on pursuit teams for business opportunities
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship