Subcontract Administrator

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Las Vegas, NV, USA
In-Office
94K-102K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Administers government and commercial subcontracts, including sourcing, proposal review, negotiation, FAR/DFARS flow-down compliance, contract changes, tracking, reporting, payment records, and closeout. Acts as the primary liaison between subcontractors, program teams, subject matter experts, and functional groups. Maintains auditable procurement files, supports cost reduction and supplier performance initiatives, and manages competing deadlines in support of federal defense contracts.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY -- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Acts as the primary interface between subcontractors and the programs being supported for all subcontract related issues. Subcontracts Administrator will operate under the supervision of Procurement Manager and will seek review of non-routine decisions. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented, willing to work in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines.

Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:

  • Prepares recommended source lists of qualified subcontractors, drawing upon their past performance experiences
  • Prepares Request for Proposal/Quotation and verifies accuracy and completeness of proposal packages
  • Interfaces with various business groups -- program, project, safety, security, data management, and accounting to clarify and ensure that all necessary data has been included
  • Receives subcontractors' responses to requests for proposals/quotations, determines each subcontractor's ability to meet company and project requirements, analyzes estimates and costs, negotiates specifications/statements of work, price, and other contractual provisions with subcontractors to correspond with the FAR, DFAR, and JT4, LLC policies and mission needs
  • Ensures compliance of managed subcontracts and consulting agreements by maintaining auditable files per Government requirements and JT4, LLC policies and procedures
  • Maintain strong business relationships with first-tier subcontractors
  • Work closely with the Range Managers and other functional groups (Engineering, IT, Finance, etc.)
  • Prepares procurement documents and change orders, including identification and inclusion of FAR Flow Down requirements from the prime contract. Ensures that terms and conditions will be appropriate
  • Prepares reports and contractual correspondence for project management and client. Maintains accurate tracking records tailored to the assigned subcontracts
  • Maintains and updates procurement files to include records of payment
  • Performs procurement closeout actions, completes file documentation, and forwards procurement files to storage
  • Serves as liaison between subcontractor and Subject Matter Experts (End Users).
  • Develop plans to promote cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements (technical and quality) to drive flawless supplier execution for JT4
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS -- EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Must possess a bachelor's degree and a minimum of seven-ten years of direct subcontract, federal government and commercial experience in negotiation and administration of subcontracts. Must possess a working knowledge of FAR/DFARS contracting policies and procedures. DoD experience is required. Fundamental knowledge of Subcontract Administration to include Time and Materials (T&M), Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursable and Fixed Price Contracts, Basic Ordering (ID/IQ) subcontract experience is a must, and fundamental understanding of cost accounting principles to include direct and indirect cost components and factors. Working knowledge of the Maximo Purchasing system is a plus.

In addition, a Subcontractor Administrator I must possess the following qualifications:

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, a working knowledge of PC software packages (Word, Excel, Adobe Professional and Power Point) typically associated with procurement, and an
  • Ability to effectively negotiate subcontracts
  • Must be able to deal with a variety of personnel and customers in a professional and courteous manner in diversified situations
  • Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills
  • Must be able to meet critical deadlines, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Position requires the ability to maintain a government security clearance
  • Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

**Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance. 

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $93,600.00 to $101,920.00 annually.
 
Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4 considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market/business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
    • Benefits Active on Day 1
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
    • JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
    • 100% Immediate Vesting
  • Tuition Reimbursement 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is primarily sedentary in an office environment with no unusual hazards; however, some walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, stretching and lifting (up to 25 pounds) is required for such purposes as filing and gathering supplies. Frequent use of a computer is required.

This position may require travel.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a federal government contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses / certifications and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JPRO9; JCORP12

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Seven to ten years of direct subcontract, federal government, and commercial experience in subcontract negotiation and administration
  • Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS contracting policies and procedures
  • DoD experience
  • Experience with Time and Materials, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Price, and Basic Ordering ID/IQ subcontracts
  • Fundamental understanding of cost accounting principles, including direct and indirect costs and factors
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Adobe Professional, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to effectively negotiate subcontracts
  • Professional and courteous interaction with varied personnel and customers
  • Excellent planning, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Ability to meet critical deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to maintain a government security clearance
  • Valid state-issued driver’s license
  • Working knowledge of the Maximo Purchasing system
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship

JT4 Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JT4 and has not been reviewed or approved by JT4.

  • Healthcare Strength Multiple medical plan choices (including an HDHP with HSA), plus dental with orthodontia, vision, wellness programs, and FSAs/HSAs expand total rewards beyond base pay. Coverage breadth is emphasized as a compensation strength alongside stability.
  • Affordable Benefits Low- or zero-premium options are advertised, increasing the value of total compensation when insurance costs are factored in. Affordability is highlighted together with education assistance as part of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Posted allowances include 3–5 weeks of paid leave by tenure, 80 hours of paid holidays, and 7 sick days for hourly roles. Generous stated PTO and holidays can materially enhance overall compensation value.

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The Company
HQ: Las Vegas, NV
1,189 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

JT4 provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. Ranges supported by JT4 include the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR), the Space Test and Training Range (STTR) at Schriever Air Force Base, the Utah Test and Training Range (UTTR), the Air Force Test Center 412th Test Wing (412TW) at Edwards Air Force Base, and the Navy China Lake Ranges (CLR) including Pt. Mugu, California.

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