Lead Subcontracts Manager

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected. We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

 

At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it.

 

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a Lead Subcontracts Manager to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will provide deep expertise in subcontract management, compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and the ability to lead subcontract staff and vendor teams in delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions for mission-critical aviation programs. Whether you’re supporting safety validation efforts or leading teams on major FAA programs, your work will directly impact the millions of passengers and aviation professionals who rely on safe, efficient airspace operations every day. 

 

In this position, you will:

• Lead all aspects of subcontract management from strategy development through closeout.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage complex subcontract agreements in compliance with FAR, DFARS, DOT, and FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) requirements.
• Provide oversight and guidance to subcontract administrators and analysts, ensuring alignment with prime contract requirements.
• Manage supplier performance, conduct risk assessments, and resolve contractual or delivery issues.
• Collaborate with program managers, contracts, procurement, finance, and legal teams to ensure business and program objectives are met.
• Prepare and present subcontract status, risk, and performance reports for senior leadership.
• Drive supplier diversity and cost optimization initiatives to support FAA program goals.
• Ensure compliance with flow-down clauses, reporting obligations, and audit requirements.
• Support proposal efforts by developing subcontract strategies, BOEs (Basis of Estimate), and vendor pricing inputs.

 

Why This Role Matters

 

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. The Lead Subcontracts Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring subcontract relationships are structured, negotiated, and managed effectively. By providing strategic oversight, you will help guarantee that FAA programs remain on schedule, compliant, and within budget directly contributing to the safety and efficiency of U.S. aviation infrastructure.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance. 

• 12 years of experience in a supervisory capacity leading subcontract activities in federal contracting environments.

• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and AMS regulations.
• Proven ability to lead negotiations, subcontract strategy, and supplier performance management.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial skills, including cost/price analysis.

• Proficiency with procurement or subcontract management tools (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, SAP, PRISM, or similar).
• Knowledge of contract types (FFP, T&M, IDIQ, Cost-Reimbursable).
• Familiarity with small business subcontracting plans and supplier diversity requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.

• Advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.

• Professional certifications such as CPCM, CPSM, or DAWIA Level II/III.

• Direct experience supporting FAA modernization efforts or other large-scale aerospace/aviation programs.

• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and subcontract reporting requirements.

• Proven success managing international subcontracts or suppliers in highly regulated environments.

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.