Principal Subcontracts Manager
Core
Strategic leadership for establishing, executing, and maturing subcontract management within a defense electronics manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and performance flow-down from prime contracts.
Role type
Principal Subcontracts Manager (Strategic & Governance)
Builds
Defense electronics manufacturing supply base and compliant subcontracting infrastructure
Domain
Defense electronics manufacturing / Government contracting
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (governance frameworks, processes, operating models)
Required skills
Supplier strategy, contract law, complex negotiation, risk management, FAR/DFARS compliance, ITAR/EAR regulations, counterfeit parts prevention, enterprise-level analytics, program management
Preferred skills
MBA, advanced technical degree, change management, strategic planning
Technologies
CPSR (Contractor Purchasing System Review), DPAS (Defense Priority Allocation System)
Responsibilities
Define long-term subcontracting strategy and governance structures; lead high-value supplier negotiations and long-term agreements; serve as SME on subcontract compliance and regulatory requirements; advise senior leadership on acquisition strategies and contractual risk; 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, strategic leadership & enterprise-scale governance
