Manager III - Subcontracts Program Manager

Subcontract Program Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced Subcontract Program Manager to lead the execution of a major development subcontract in support of a critical national security space program. This role serves as the primary program interface to a key subcontractor, with full responsibility and accountability for subcontract cost, schedule, technical performance, and mission assurance. The Subcontract Program Manager will plan, organize, and direct all subcontract management activities required to support a complex Space Mission Systems (SMS) program or proposal. This includes driving supplier performance, ensuring compliance with all contractual requirements, and proactively managing risks, opportunities, and execution challenges. Success in this role requires strong leadership, disciplined program management, and deep experience managing cost-reimbursable development subcontracts within the defense or space domain. The position also plays a critical relationship-management rolemaintaining strong, collaborative engagement with the BAE Systems SMS customer, internal program leadership, cross-functional teams, and the subcontractor's program and executive staff. This senior-level role sits within the Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit, which enables efficient and effective program execution across the enterprisefrom strategic capital investments and industrial operations to advanced manufacturing, test operations, and facilities management. Within this framework, the Integrated Supply Chain organization serves as a vital link connecting end-to-end material and supplier performance to mission success. Your leadership will directly influence program outcomes and strengthen our mission partnership with the customer.

What You'll Do :

• Responsible for overall leadership and management of a single program subcontract or a portfolio of program subcontracts, with clear lines of authority defined at the program level. Primary Program POC to all Program subcontract stakeholders with responsibility for subcontract cost, schedule, technical, quality, and all deliverables going to / from subcontractor(s).
• Participate in proposal preparation activities in support of new business capture opportunities with existing and / or new subcontractors, customers, and programs. Coordinate compilation of supplier RFP packages to align to customer proposal scope, timelines, and objectives. Coordinate SME inputs to technical evaluations of complex subcontractor proposals, assessing realism, reasonableness, and completeness.
• May lead development of Program Subcontract Management Plan (PSMP).
• Lead the program Subcontract Management Team (SMT) and aligns with the program to ensure the SMT is staffed with appropriate skill levels and that internal work is being accomplished according to plan in support of the subcontract management plan.
• Ensure program mission requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed to the subcontractor(s). Responsible for development and execution of subcontract : management plan, scope of work, technical requirements, mission assurance requirements, milestones, SDRLs and any other subcontract(s) deliverables necessary.
• Responsible for all subcontract(s) deliverables to the various program levels, as applicable.
• Program level budgetary authority for subcontract execution including profit / loss, labor budget, management reserve, and all aspects of oversight and management of the subcontract(s).
• Responsible for subcontract cost tracking, Earned Value (EV) and EAC budget, variance tracking and reporting requirements, including management, and monitoring timely supplier financial reporting.
• Ensure visibility and communication of subcontract technical, quality assurance, financial, schedule, and compliance to Program reporting requirements.
• Responsible for subcontract schedule and program level schedule margin specific to the subcontract(s). Ensure supplier IMS is integrated into the Program level IMS.
• Manage the subcontract(s) risks including subcontract(s) cost, schedule, technical and quality risks. Responsible for deconflicting resource and schedule conflicts at subcontractor(s) location. Responsibility and know-how to leverage program and SMS team in achieving efficient conflict resolution.
• Responsible for subcontract(s) change control and management. Support change proposal efforts for subcontract(s) including pre-coordination with subcontractor(s) to establish expectations. Lead internal evaluation of subcontractor(s) change proposals and development of negotiation plans
• In partnership with the Subcontract Manager (SMS' empowered official for the subcontract), act as the principal interface with the subcontractor on all subcontract related subjects and perform as a liaison between subcontractor, Program, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Work closely with and assist Subcontract Manager to ensure Subcontract is maintained current and meets Program requirements. Establish SMS programmatic negotiation position and support subcontract negotiations.
• Work closely with Program Management and customer to communicate subcontractor progress, resolve issues and concerns, and identify and manage subcontractor risk.
• Coordinate the participants, schedule, logistics, and success criteria and chair subcontractor program status, business, design, manufacturing, test and pre-ship reviews, including inclusion of Customer participation.
• May develop and manage a complete Subcontractor Performance system to tie past performance, current requirements, and subcontract documentation and management into predictive subcontractor performance model.
• Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment : This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

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Pay Information :

Full-Time Salary Range : $138267 - $235053 Please note : This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to : business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits : At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered : health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and / or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems :

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.