Amentum is seeking a Subcontracts Specialist Professional for the Space Force Range Contract.
Job Description
The Subcontracts Professional will support the full lifecycle of subcontract administration for complex government and commercial programs. Responsibilities include negotiating terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements, and supporting proposal development. This role requires strong knowledge of federal regulations, cost analysis, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure timely and compliant subcontract execution.
Typical Duties
Prepare, review, and negotiate subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, and other contractual documents.
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and 2 CFR 200 requirements for federal contracts.
Conduct subcontract price analysis
Support negotiations with partners and vendors on terms, conditions, and pricing.
Support proposal efforts, including risk assessment and subcontractor document collection.
Maintain accurate records in contract management systems and ensure audit readiness.
Collaborate with program managers and finance teams to align subcontract strategies with project objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of contracting, subcontracting and/or procurement experience.
Demonstrated expertise in FAR/DFARS compliance requirements.
Proven track record managing complex procurement actions and negotiations.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
Experience with Space Force or DoD programs; advanced Excel proficiency – preferred
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual starting salary for this position is between $85,000 - $90,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Compensation Details:
$85,000 to $90,000 annually
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:
08/27/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years of contracting, subcontracting, and/or procurement experience
- Expertise in FAR and DFARS compliance requirements
- Experience managing complex procurement actions and negotiations
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Experience with Space Force or DoD programs
- Advanced Excel proficiency
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
