Subcontracts Senior Manager

Arcfield was purpose-built to protect the nation and its allies through innovations in digital transformation, space mission engineering and launch assurance, miniaturized sensors and satellites, advanced modeling and simulation, cybersecurity, and conventional and hypersonic missile support. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs more than 1,500 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals with more than 60 years of collective proven experience supporting missions in cyber and space defense, space exploration, hypersonic and nuclear deterrence and warfighter readiness. Visit arcfield.com for more details.

Arcfield is seeking an experienced Senior Subcontracts Manager to lead the cradle-to-grave subcontracting process for complex federal programs. This leader will manage a team of subcontracts administrators that are responsible for the entire life cycle of subcontracts administration (pre-award to closeout). The position is responsible for leading preparation of bid packages, analyzing and evaluating proposals, negotiating subcontract provisions, selecting or recommending subcontractors, writing awards, and administering subcontracts and other agreements of high dollar value, risk, and complexity, consistent with client requirements and procurement policies/procedures. This Senior Manager will lead the team in their reviews and negotiations of subcontract terms and conditions for the procurement of materials, equipment, and services. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of federal regulations, contract drafting, strong negotiation skills, and a strategic and agile mindset to support Arcfield's growing business.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead full life-cycle management of subcontracts from solicitation through closeout.
• Develop, negotiate, and administer subcontracts, teaming agreements, and non-disclosure agreements in compliance with company policies and federal regulations (FAR, DFARS).
• Serve as the primary point of contact for subcontractor communications and performance oversight.
• Collaborate with Sector Program Management and Technical Teams, Contracts, Procurement, Finance, and Legal to ensure subcontracting strategies align with program goals and compliance requirements.
• Lead team in the drafting subcontract documents, including flow-downs and terms & conditions.
• Ensure team is achieving timely and compliant subcontract execution, modifications, deliverables, and invoicing.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for subcontractor-related performance or compliance issues.
• Support proposal development, including cost and pricing data analysis/evaluation for subcontractor bids.
• Prepare reports and briefings for leadership on subcontract status, risks, and performance metrics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Contracts, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in subcontracts administration or management, with at least 6 years in a federal contracting.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other federal acquisition regulations.
• Proven experience managing high-dollar, complex subcontracts in support of federal programs.
• Demonstrated negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Experience with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) and policies and procedures required for maintaining an approved purchasing system.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint purchase order application and related modules
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.