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Subcontracts Manager III

General Atomics

Poway, CAFull-time$110–188K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$110–188K/yr
Location
Poway, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems seeks a Subcontracts Manager III to develop and administer government and commercial subcontracts. The role includes preparing bid packages, evaluating proposals, negotiating terms, managing subcontract risks and compliance, and advising management and program teams. It also coordinates staff work and may make decisions with significant departmental or company-wide impact.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Subcontract Administration, nice to haveContract Management, nice to haveLeadership, nice to haveFederal Acquisition Regulations, requiredFAR Supplements, requiredUniform Commercial Code, requiredProblem Solving, nice to haveCommunication, requiredPresentation, requiredInterpersonal Skills, requiredTeamwork, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Business, Law, or Related Field or Equivalent Experience, nice to have11+ Years Contracts Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

59032BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

This position is responsible for developing subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services under a government or commercial contract(s). Prepares bid packages, conducts bidder conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts. Negotiates and coordinates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts. Participates with the contract administration and purchasing departments to develop subcontract policies and procedures. Ensures subcontracts are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, identifies and advises management regarding subcontracts risks, and coordinates internal and external audits. Objectives may be accomplished through subordinate management and/or professional staff. May be responsible for decisions that have a serious impact on outcomes within the department or across the company.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide advice and guidance to management and program managers on procurement issues relating to government and commercial subcontracts.

  • Interpret and execute subcontract policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance with appropriate laws and regulations while meeting company objectives. Recommend modifications to operating policies as needed.

  • Coordinate work assignments, review work and provide direction to staff while ensuring subcontracts processes meet assigned timelines.

  • Review confidentiality agreements, license agreements and other documentation for conformance to business objectives, company policies, economic conditions, and for compliance to laws and government regulations.

  • Influence subcontracts portion of proposal preparation.

  • Perform a review and evaluation of RFP/RFQs, source selection decisions, price analyses and other subcontract documentation.

  • Identify and manage subcontract issues and develop solutions to resolve complex problems.

  • Act as primary contact for subcontracts activities and issues. May represent the company with subcontractors and suppliers, potential subcontractors and suppliers, and government representatives.

  • Manage and actively participate in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of human resources to ensure the availability of the required professional talent.

  • Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

  • Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.

  • Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

  • Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

  • Typically requires a Bachelors degree in business, law, or a related field and eleven or more years of progressively complex experience in contracts. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

  • Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial contract/subcontract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract/subcontract management and leadership skills.

  • Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), FAR supplements and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).

  • Must possess the ability to resolve complex management and technical problems while serving as spokesperson on assigned projects and/or programs.

  • Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.

  • Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.

Job Category:

Contracts/Sub Contracts/Purchasing

Experience Level:

Management

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

109,500

Pay Range High:

187,875

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

Yes

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

No

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,206 open Procurement jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$110–188K/yr
  • California median$116–171K/yr396 salary ranges
  • US median$94–145K/yr2,934 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $149K, is 4% above the California median midpoint ($143K) — in the middle half of Procurement salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 505 open Procurement jobs in California and 5,206 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Procurement postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (4,036 postings).
Education
2,215 of the 5,206 open Procurement jobs (43%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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