Manager, Subcontracts

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted
67 days ago
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This role $170k
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This role pays less than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $150,300–$201,400 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $170k versus about $176k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1697 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1504 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Manager, Subcontracts

The Manager, Subcontracts joins the Supply Chain team to drive major subcontractor developments for current and future programs. This role involves leading a team of supply chain professionals while managing the full lifecycle of subcontracts, including sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, and closeout. The manager collaborates cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, legal, and procurement teams to develop Statement of Work documents and manage Subcontract Data Requirements Lists. Key responsibilities include monitoring subcontractor performance, conducting technical reviews, performing cost and schedule variance investigations, and ensuring compliance with government requirements. The role requires expertise in FAR/DFARs, CAS, and ITAR regulations. Candidates must possess a background in high-complexity programs within the defense or aerospace sectors, utilizing skills in Earned Value Management principles to navigate complex negotiations and streamline subcontracting processes for advanced technology systems.

What you'll do

  • Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals by providing guidance, training, and hiring talent.
  • Manage the full lifecycle of subcontracts including sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, execution, and closeout.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, legal, and manufacturing teams to develop Statement of Work documents.
  • Ensure all subcontracting activities comply with FAR/DFAR regulations and government requirements.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance, conduct product acceptance, and manage technical deliverables.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and schedules while managing cost and schedule variance investigations.
  • Identify and manage changes in subcontract technical scopes to ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Streamline and grow internal subcontracting processes to support rapid company expansion.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor degree in law, accounting, finance, or a related compliance field.
  • 5+ years of experience managing high complexity, full-life cycle subcontracts for multi-discipline programs.
  • 1+ year of experience in a leadership position.
  • Experience with FAR/DFAR, CAS, and ITAR compliance.
  • Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% and relocate to Costa Mesa, CA if not already local.

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