Director of Subcontracts

Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Subcontracts to join our ASI team in Poway, CA.

This position is responsible for directing the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services under a government or commercial contract(s). Directs the preparation of bid packages, conducts bidder conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and manages resulting subcontracts. Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts. Consults with the contract administration and purchasing departments to develop subcontract policies and procedures. Ensures subcontracts are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, identifies and advises management regarding subcontracts risks, and coordinates internal and external audits. Typically accomplishes objectives through subordinate management and/or professional staff. May be responsible for decisions that have serious impact on overall success of corporation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct management and program managers on procurement issues relating to government and commercial subcontracts.
• Coordinate with Army PMO and AMS PMO to support strategy and negotiations at both the prime and subcontracts level. Maintain effective relationships with both P&L leaders and understanding of the needs of those organizations.
• Manage subcontract policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance with appropriate laws and regulations while meeting company objectives. Recommend modifications to operating policies as needed.
• Direct work assignments and provide guidance to staff while ensuring subcontracts processes meet assigned timelines.
• Review confidentiality agreements, license agreements and other documentation for conformance to business objectives, company policies, economic conditions, and for compliance to laws and government regulations.
• Direct the subcontracts portion of proposal preparation.
• Perform a final review and evaluation of RFP/RFQs, source selection decisions, price analyses and other subcontract documentation.
• Direct the development and implementation of creative solutions to highly complex subcontracts issues.
• Act as primary contact for subcontracts activities and issues. Represent the company with subcontractors and suppliers, potential subcontractors and suppliers, and government representatives.
• Direct the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required management and professional talent.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.
• Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in business, law, or a related field and fifteen or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts/subcontracts with at least nine of those years managing contracts/subcontracts processes and personnel. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial contract/subcontract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract/subcontract management and leadership skills.
• Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), FAR supplements and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
• Must possess the ability to resolve unusually complex management and technical problems while serving as spokesperson on assigned projects and/or programs.
• Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.