Indirect Subcontract Administrator II/III
Melbourne, FL
Temporary to Full Time
DD
Mid Level
We are seeking an experienced Level II/III Indirect Subcontract Administrator to support subcontract management operations in a fast-paced aerospace environment. This role is responsible for administering complex indirect subcontracts and supplier agreements, with a focus on large component procurement, cryogenic tanks, major structures, long-term agreements (LTAs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and milestone-based Statements of Work (SOWs).
The ideal candidate will possess strong subcontract administration, contract negotiation, supplier management, and procurement experience, with the ability to manage high-value and technically complex subcontract relationships from award through closeout.
Location: Melbourne, Florida
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate: Administrator II $43.00 - $54.00 per hour (DOE)
Administrator III $53.00 - $66.00 per hour (DOE)
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday (Overtime as needed)
Responsibilities
Subcontract Administration
- Administer the full lifecycle of indirect subcontracts from solicitation and award through closeout.
- Develop, issue, and evaluate Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
- Conduct proposal evaluations and cost/price analyses.
- Ensure subcontract terms align with company policies and prime contract flow-down requirements.
- Manage procurement and subcontract administration for high-value components and assemblies, including cryogenic tanks, large structures, and major fabricated hardware.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Program teams to define technical requirements and acceptance criteria.
- Support long-lead procurement strategies and supply continuity for critical components.
- Negotiate, establish, and administer Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs).
- Develop pricing structures, performance metrics, and volume commitments.
- Manage contract renewals, amendments, and modifications.
- Draft, review, and negotiate subcontract terms and conditions.
- Ensure proper flow-down of contractual, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
- Partner with Legal and Contracts teams to resolve complex contractual issues.
- Develop and administer milestone-based Statements of Work (SOWs).
- Establish deliverables, performance milestones, and payment schedules.
- Monitor subcontractor performance and manage milestone acceptance and payment authorization.
- Build and maintain strategic supplier and subcontractor relationships.
- Resolve issues related to performance, schedule delays, scope changes, and disputes.
- Conduct supplier performance reviews and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and budget.
- Ensure subcontract activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Maintain accurate subcontract files, records, and documentation.
- Support audits, reporting requirements, and compliance reviews.
Qualifications
- Experience administering complex indirect subcontracts and supplier agreements.
- Strong contract negotiation and subcontract management experience.
- Experience with large component procurement, fabricated assemblies, or major structures.
- Knowledge of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and milestone-based SOWs.
- Experience conducting cost and price analyses.
- Strong understanding of subcontract terms and conditions, contract flow-downs, and compliance requirements.
- Ability to manage multiple high-value procurements and subcontract relationships simultaneously.
- Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
- Aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industry experience preferred.
Benefits Upon Permanent Hire
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
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