Lead Subcontract Administrator

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123K-148K Annually
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The Role
Leads subcontract administration for a Missile Defense Agency contract, including solicitation preparation, proposal evaluation, price and cost analysis, negotiations, contract modifications, compliance, invoice review, performance monitoring, dispute resolution, closeout, and subcontractor metrics. The role mentors subcontract administrators, coordinates with technical and proposal teams, manages deadlines and risks, and requires compliance with FAR and DoD regulations.
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Position: Lead Subcontract Administrator

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO; Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL; Dahlgren, VA; Fort Belvoir, VA; Vandenberg, CA, or Fort Greely, AK

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: Yes, U.S. CONUS locations

Clearance Type: DoW Secret

Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

The Lead Subcontract Administrator supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

  • Prepare solicitation documents, determine correct solicitation method, and determine sources to be solicited.

  • Analyze and evaluate Task Order and subcontractor proposals, negotiate deviations from work statements, schedule, and terms and conditions, acting as the primary POC interfacing with subcontractors and project team leadership.

  • Provide value-added analysis of solicitations, pricing strategies, contract terms and conditions. Identify risks as well as mitigation alternatives.

  • Establish and negotiate unique subcontracting solutions such as Master Service Agreements (MSA).

  • Maintain document files in accordance with Subcontracts Policies and Procedures for internal and external audits.

  • Conduct cost and/or price analysis and provide justification of award.

  • Coordinate cross functionally to meet internal and external requirements and deadlines.

  • Manage subcontract modifications, which includes coordination of required additions, deletions, or other modifications or formal documentation of communication to/from subcontractors.

  • Administer resulting subcontracts, ensuring that all requirements are performed in accordance with the statement of work and delivery schedules.

  • Perform formal closeout of subcontracts after project completion.

  • Review subcontractor invoices to ensure they are in accordance with the negotiated terms and conditions.

  • Maintaining communications to ensure timely contract execution by the parties.

  • Ensure final contract documents are consistent with agreements reached at negotiations.

  • Review FAR and DoD Supplement regulations regularly to ensure contract compliance with government regulations.

  • Evaluate contract performance to determine necessity for amendments or extension of contracts.

  • Provide dispute resolution as needed to include developing and tracking to closure Letters of Concern.

  • Coordinate activities and participate in fact-finding meetings.

  • Work closely with proposals and technical team on Statement of Work (SOW), Purchase request submission, and obtaining competition from vendors/suppliers.

  • Maintain and present subcontractor specific metrics to leadership including items such as the total awarded value by subcontractor, average times between different process steps, etc.

The successful candidate will:

  • Be able to perform tasks successfully with minimum guidance under short timelines and must have the ability to manage shifting work priorities.

  • Be responsive, flexible, organized, have a strong attention to detail.

  • Be a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and with others in a collaborative environment.

  • Have excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Be able to mentor and manage subcontract administrators.

  • Understanding of contractual risks to apply to subcontract negotiations.

  • Working knowledge of all contract types including IDIQ, CPIF, T&M, firm-fixed price, and demonstrated ability to execute

  • and interpret federal regulations within contracts.

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position.  The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies.

Basic Requirements:

  • Must have 12, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience

>May be reduced with completion of advanced education

  • Must have 8, or more, years of directly related experience

  • Must have 2, or more, years of experience working in a management or leadership role

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook), and SharePoint

  • Must have, or obtain, an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

This position is expected to pay $123,000 – $148,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

       

Compensation Details:

$123,000 - $148,000

       

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:

08/20/2026 - 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.

Skills Required

  • 12 or more years of general full-time work experience, potentially reduced with advanced education
  • 8 or more years of directly related experience
  • 2 or more years of management or leadership experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint
  • Must have or obtain an active Department of Defense Secret security clearance
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • Working knowledge of IDIQ, CPIF, time-and-materials, and firm-fixed-price contract types
  • Ability to interpret and execute federal regulations within contracts

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.

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HQ: Chantilly, VA
18,261 Employees

What We Do

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.

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