Subcontract Specialist II - Madison, MS

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Coordinates with the Contracts Manager to effectively administer, invoice, and close out contracts. Participates in proposal preparation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Examines estimates of direct labor, material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Coordinates the preparation and transmission of data deliverables; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information through electronic and hard-copy filing systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with identifying, mitigating, and resolving risks and risk-related issues.
• Work cooperatively with individuals from other disciplines, including Program Management, Program Business Management, Finance, Contracts, Pricing, and Security for seamless subcontract administration.
• Extracts from customer Request for Proposal (RFP) those requirements unique/relevant to the subcontractor and incorporates into subcontractor’s RFP.
• Obtains proposals/quotations in compliance with RFP requirements; examines bids/offers, including performing price and/or cost analysis, and addresses any deviations.
• Verifies that Subcontractor documents are complete, accurate, and delivered to meet critical deadlines.
• Negotiates terms and conditions (contract price, type, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) clauses, etc.) with potential subcontractors.
• Document and maintain Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR)-compliant files;
• Advises program personnel on all matters related to contractual requirements and internal status and reporting.
• Ability to respond positively to change and embrace using new practices or values to accomplish goals and solve problems.
• Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
• Other projects and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field and a minimum of 2 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a minimum of 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, or equivalent, OR Associate Degree with a minimum of 6 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR and agency supplement regulations required.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance (if required for the position).
• Must be able to work weekends, other shifts, and overtime as required.
• The essential physical requirements of the position will be reviewed with the applicant during the interview.
• Some travel will be required.
• Must adhere to company policies/procedures and management instruction.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and company proprietary data.
• Active Secret government clearance required. Only United States citizens can apply.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Personal discipline to adhere to tight deadlines – without compromise to document integrity, accuracy and completeness, or to prevailing policies, procedures and regulations - and the ability to provide situational analyses and recommendations in a timely manner.
• Above-average literacy skills and an understanding of government proposal environments.
• Exceptional communications skills (both written and verbal).

Desired Qualifications:

• Successful applicants will have a keen interest in business/contract law.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel or related software applications.
• Ability to work independently and manage large workloads with quick turnaround.
• Ability to apply sound judgment to problem solving.
• Ability to develop strong business relationships with internal customers and external suppliers;
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

Benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.