Senior Principle Subcontracts Specialist

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Ready to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, it’s often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it’s waiting for you right now, right here.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Subcontracts Manager to join our Scottsdale, AZ team.  The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation’s fundamental defense services.   

The Senior Subcontracts Manager will lead and act as the focal point for all supply chain contractual communications and commitments to subcontractors working with cross-functional teams in the development of complex subcontract statements of work, technical specifications, and flow-down of mandatory or otherwise necessary/prudent from a business and contract perspective. We’ll rely on you to ensure that subcontract documentation mitigates the supplier’s performance risk, and conforms with program contract terms, conditions, and other provisions including applicable federal regulations and business team objectives prior to signature/acceptance. You’ll facilitate the development of team/partner relationships with subcontractors and develop and maintain relationships for long-term engagements that provide a competitive advantage to the business. It’s your chance to step up and prove you’re ready to lead the world.

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
• Substantial knowledge in the applicable contractual flow downs, federal, state, Federal Acquisition Requirements/DFAR, and local laws, and the ability to apply them in the procurement of commodities, services and subcontracts
• Expert in specific commodity, product, or technology
• Demonstrated advanced working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) / Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) compliance
• Ability to undertake a mixture of program management and contract management in regards to complex subcontract (e.g. subcontractor budgets, program reviews, schedule, risk, technical performance, earned value management)
• Ability to understand the supplier and internal politics and successfully influence the decision makers to achieve the business and customer’s needs
• Exceptional negotiation skills and ability to develop win-win solutions
• Possess excellent analytical skills to aid in solving complex problems

What sets you apart:

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Integrity and discretion when handling internal/external company proprietary information
• Strong influence management skills
• Advanced leadership, delegation and team building skills

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Target salary range: USD $176,810.00/Yr. - USD $191,000.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans