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Subcontract Administrator

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field with 15 years of procurement/subcontracting experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Knowledge of the FAR, enterprise management systems, and strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; Maximo or similar enterprise management system
  • Previous procurement experience in NASA or federal acquisition environment preferred

Responsibilities

  • Award and fully document requirements for commercial and non-commercial purchase orders and subcontracts in accordance with company procedures and FAR across micro-purchase to complex contracts
  • Develop subcontract models and templates for firm fixed price, BPA, time and material, labor hour, and cost-type subcontracts for commercial, specialized materials, complex systems, and services
  • Prepare RFP packages, evaluate proposals, and negotiate pricing and provisions; issue and administer subcontract task orders; manage market analysis, delivery verification, payment reconciliations, and subcontractor performance assessments
  • Lead and mentor mid-career and early-career procurement personnel; participate in procurement enterprise management systems, audits, supplier performance, small business development and outreach; develop metrics and reports

About the company

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Amentum

Management Consulting

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, inclusion and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryManagement Consulting
Company size5001 - 10000

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Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Subcontract Administrator to join the team!

The Subcontract Administrator will:

  • Award and fully document requirements for commercial and non-commercial purchase orders and subcontracts in accordance with company procedures and federal acquisition regulations ranging from the micro-purchase level and up.
  • Frequently develop subcontract models and templates for use in awarding firm fixed price, blanket purchase agreements, time and material, labor hour and cost type subcontracts for commercial, specialized materials, complex systems, facility modifications and various services. 
  • Award purchase orders including build to print manufacturing requirements including the Interpretation of fabrication drawings as required to identify most effective and efficient procurement strategy and sourcing.
  • Analyze market trends, follow up of orders placed, verify delivery, approve payment reconciliations, maintain necessary records, and conduct subcontractor performance assessments.
  • Prepare request for proposal packages, evaluate proposals, and conduct negotiations of pricing and other provisions.
  • Serve as a lead to train and mentor other mid-career and early-career procurement personnel.
  • Participate in procurement related enterprise management systems for business processes and for monitoring supplier performance.
  • Support internal and external audit teams and agencies regarding procurement procedure compliance.
  • Develop and lead source selection teams involving supplier qualification sourcing procedures, requirements definition, development of proposal evaluation criteria and evaluation processes.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of procurement policies and federal regulations
  • Contribute in the development and tracking of small business plans and goals. 
  • Take part in the initiation and subsequently perform small business outreach activities aimed at increasing small business participation.
  • Issue and administer subcontract task orders and perform data analysis and tracking associated with the subcontracts.
  • Develop and maintain metrics and other required procurement and subcontracts reports.
  • Initiate, negotiate and execute Intercompany Work Authorization (IWA) Agreements and Non-Disclosure Agreements
  • Review, edit and approve statements of work and task specifications for thoroughness and accuracy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requisition Qualifications:

  • Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 15 years of experience.

Requisition Preferences:

  • ​ BA or BS degree in the appropriate discipline from an accredited four (4) year college or university program, plus nine
  • (9) years of applicable and progressive experience. Additional relevant education may be substituted for progressive experience
  • Knowledge of the FAR, enterprise management systems, leadership and communication skills.  
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications. 
  • Maximo application is preferred or similar application.   
  • Previous procurement experience working in NASA for federal acquisition environment is preferred.​

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

  • Excellent personal and professional career growth
  • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
  • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
  • Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
  • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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Compensation Details:

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

03/10/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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