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Associate Subcontracts Administrator

Leonardo DRS, Inc.

Fitchburg, MAJob$60–86K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$60–86K/yr
Location
Fitchburg, MA
Work Authorization
Citizenship required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Associate Subcontracts Administrator supports the development, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts for materials and services across multiple contract types. The role assists with bid packages, price analysis, proposal support, subcontract documentation, and monitoring subcontract performance. It also supports agreements with customers, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring adherence to company policy and government requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Federal Acquisition Regulations, requiredDefense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement, requiredGovernment Contracting, requiredSole Source Procurement, requiredCompetitive Procurement, requiredContract Types, requiredSource Selection, requiredCost Analysis, requiredPrice Analysis, requiredGovernment Property Administration, requiredGovernment Subcontract Administration, requiredSubcontract Flow Downs, requiredChange Management, requiredInspection and Acceptance, requiredPayment and Warranty, requiredClose-Out and Records Retention, requiredSubcontract Drafting, requiredNegotiation, requiredPurchase Order Administration, requiredTeaming Agreements, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredWritten Communication, requiredContract Briefings, requiredContract Monitoring, requiredMicrosoft Office, requiredComputer Proficiency, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Related Discipline, required1+ Years Buyer Experience, requiredU.S. Citizenship, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job ID: 116002

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

The Associate Subcontracts Administrator supports the development, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts for materials and services across multiple contract types, including bid packages, price analysis, proposal support, and subcontract documentation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development of subcontract specifications, requirements, statements of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of materials and services in support of multiple contract types

  • Assist in the following: administration and negotiation of subcontracts, preparation of bid packages, price analysis, and proposal support activities.

  • Under direction, evaluate proposals and monitor company performance on routine subcontract obligations.

  • Assist in the preparation of contractual documents, including the preparation of subcontract terms and conditions, and assemble subcontract documentation package

  • Coordinate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts

  • Provide support for the negotiation and administration of agreements between the company/customers/subcontractors/vendors ensuring adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements

  • Monitor subcontract performance on government contracts

  • Respond to standard inquiries regarding subcontract obligations and revisions

  • Assist in the selection or recommendation of subcontractors

  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend DRS’ mission, values and culture

  • Maintain effective internal and external customer relations

  • Perform special projects as requested

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline with 1-5 years of experience as a buyer.

  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)

  • Basic understanding of contract/purchase order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the government contracting process including sole source and competitive procurements

  • Knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use

  • Knowledge of source selection/evaluation process including cost and price analysis

  • Knowledge of requirements for administration of government property

  • Knowledge of government subcontract administration duties including subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out and records retention

  • Knowledge of proper drafting, negotiation and use of subcontracts, POs, teaming and other forms of agreements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Basic understanding of subcontract/agreement briefings, negotiation and review

  • Basic knowledge of monitoring contracts/subcontracts

  • General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs

U.S. Citizenship required.

The salary range for this position is $60,045 - $85,863. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,985 open Procurement jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$60–86K/yr
  • Massachusetts median$97–142K/yr84 salary ranges
  • US median$94–145K/yr2,948 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $73K, is 40% below the Massachusetts median midpoint ($123K) — in the lowest quarter of Procurement salary ranges in Massachusetts.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 133 open Procurement jobs in Massachusetts and 4,985 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Procurement postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 4,014 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 2,000 of the 4,985 open Procurement jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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