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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Subcontracts Lead Fellow

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
InternshipNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Currently serving on active duty and eligible to participate in the Department of Defense SkillBridge program.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field, although relevant experience may substitute; without a degree, at least eight years of related experience is required. A higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • At least four years of experience in a related role.
  • Advanced proficiency in subcontract management principles and methodologies.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
  • Background in the aerospace and defense industry.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
  • Hand and finger dexterity for data entry and document review.
  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • Ability to travel occasionally for supplier and subcontractor meetings.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and management of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions.
  • Prepare detailed bid packages and establish evaluation criteria for subcontract proposals.
  • Analyze and evaluate complex subcontractor proposals for compliance with technical and financial requirements.
  • Lead negotiations of subcontract provisions, including terms, price, and schedule, to secure favorable agreements.
  • Administer subcontract types including Firm Fixed Price and Time and Material, and understand more complex types including Cost Plus Fixed Fee and Cost Plus Incentive Fee.
  • Monitor and evaluate subcontractor performance to ensure compliance with contract terms and deliverables.
  • Maintain records of subcontract agreements, amendments, and performance data.
  • Select and recommend new subcontractors based on evaluation and analysis.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align subcontract management with project and program goals.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and federal regulations throughout the subcontract lifecycle, including understanding the applicability of Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause flow-downs in a subcontract.

Desired Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
  • Expertise in procurement and subcontract management software.
  • Advanced certification in supply chain management, such as Certified Professional in Supply Management or Certified Federal Contract Manager.
  • Ability to think critically through scenarios to solve complex subcontract-related challenges.

About the Company

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a private, global aerospace and national security company serving the U.S. government and other customers with complex engineering projects. Its products include the Dream Chaser spaceplane, a reusable, runway-landing spacecraft developed after SpaceDev’s 2008 acquisition to carry cargo and later crew to low-Earth orbit under NASA contracts. The company differentiates itself through a long-term, acquisition-driven growth strategy, steady execution, and private ownership by the Ozmen family, with the Sierra Space spin-off in 2021 focusing on spaceflight and commercial ventures. Its goal is to solve tough engineering challenges for customers and become a leading partner in defense and space exploration.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Sparks, NV
Founded
1963

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