Strategic Subcontracts Lead - Aerospace & Defense

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Subcontracts Manager Associate to support all aspects of subcontracting activities within our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in subcontracts management, negotiation, proposal evaluation, and supply chain compliance, ensuring that all subcontract agreements align with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Duties/Responsibilities: Drafting, negotiating, awarding and managing moderate to complex goods and services subcontracts, including those with SOW/spec-driven requirements Generating requirements for Requests for Proposals (RFPs), analyzing and evaluating proposals, and negotiating subcontract terms Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with suppliers and potential suppliers Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, proposal-driven environment while proactively identifying, assessing, and managing supply chain risks and opportunities to support competitive, compliant, and timely proposals. Confirming and expediting material delivery to support development and production program requirements. Collaborate with cross functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, quality, finance, operations, and business development) to align requirements and achieve business objectives Required Skills/Abilities Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and other technical documentation to procure build-to-print components in compliance with engineering, quality, regulatory, and customer requirements. Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerances, materials, and configuration control to ensure accurate sourcing and supplier execution. Strong written and verbal communication skills Effective organizational and time management skills Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and ability to work with a high degree of autonomy Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, or a related field Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, subcontract management a similar role This position is located at a facility that requires all selected candidates to be U.S. Citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders). ITI Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts pre-employment background checks and E-Verify employment authorization verification as part of the hiring process. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and federal regulations, employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen, and employees will be subject to ongoing, unannounced random drug and alcohol testing.