Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
The Senior Manager, Subcontracts Mgmt. provides the functional leadership and management of the Subcontract Management organization to achieve superior performance of key suppliers in meeting program objectives in cost, schedule, and technical performance. Works closely with Supply Chain Management in development policies, procedures, and best practices.
Position Responsibilities
- With the Program and Project Managers, develop, execute, and maintain subcontract agreement specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services with key subcontractors
- Works on strategic proposals, RFI, RFP's & RFQ's which may include: Letters of Intent, Memorandums of Agreement, Teaming Agreements, Subcontract Agreements, NDA's, LTA’s and associated cost and price analyses
- Supports bidder's conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price and terms, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts, Task/Delivery orders and PO's
- Monitors subcontract performance to ensure cost, technical, quality and contractual objectives are being met. Maintains subcontracting records in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation, AV's procurement policies and procedures and CPSR standards, as applicable
- Participates with contracts administration and purchasing to develop and maintain effective subcontract policies and procedures, including the appropriate flow-down of prime contract requirements and applicable metrics for performance management.
- Is an integral member of the overall Program team; develops solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation
- Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives and goals. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment in coordination with program team and other functional representatives.
- Focal point for all contractual communications and commitments pertaining to assigned subcontracts. Also, focal point with Finance, Contracts, Legal Affairs, and other AV departments for resolution of disputes and issues/opportunities with assigned subcontracts
- Manages contract change process and works with Program Management, Engineering, Finance and other disciplines to identify, eliminate or reduce performance risks. With the assistance of AV's Quality organization, will play essential role in the coordination of Quality requirements and initiatives with subcontractors
- Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Minimum of 10+ years of directly related DoD and Commercial subcontracts experience
- Minimum of 5 + years' experience in a team leadership role
- Must have proven working knowledge of diverse contract types, medium to highly complex subcontracts for both products and services
- Experience conducting detailed price/cost analysis, including subcontracts that exceed the Truthful cost and pricing data threshold
- Experience negotiating with commercial and International Suppliers/Subcontractors
- Solid working knowledge of procurement law, regulations, and legal concepts
- Deep expertise in ITAR, DFARS, and FAR, with a proven track record of managing subcontracts
- Has solid knowledge and understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills (written, verbal & presentation) required
- Demonstrated project management skills and expertise in project portfolio management principles
- Strong computer skills including PowerPoint, MS Office and Project Management tools (experience also with Oracle is a plus)
- Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S. or Internationally as required
- Ability to analyze supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies for critical defense technologies.
- Active or ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
- Master’s Degree is preferred
- NCMA or college level certifications preferred
- Related contracts/subcontracts coursework is preferred
- Organize and prioritize tasks in dynamic work environment; ability to analyze a problem and recommend solutions by exercising sound problem-solving and leadership skills
- Work with engineering and program teams to establish requirements/Statement of Works, issue Request for Proposals, and manage high dollar and complete subcontracts
- Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
- Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
- Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision
- Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change
- Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships
- Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity
Physical Demands
- Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
- Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
Special Requirements
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
- Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.
Clearance Level
No Clearance
The salary range for this role is:
$141,000 - $215,000
AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
About AV:
AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.
We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.
If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.
