Subcontract Manager, Advanced Effects

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$130,000–$180,000 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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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 1823 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1611 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Subcontract Manager, Advanced Effects

As a Subcontract Manager, Advanced Effects, you will join the Supply Chain team to drive major subcontractor developments for current and future programs. You will manage the full lifecycle of subcontracts, from RFP processes and proposal evaluations to negotiation, award, and closeout. Your daily responsibilities include collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, legal, and manufacturing teams to develop detailed Statements of Work, monitor subcontractor performance, conduct cost and schedule variance investigations, and ensure compliance with government requirements. You will navigate complex negotiations while managing technical scope and delivery schedules. The role requires expertise in FAR/DFAR, CAS, and ITAR compliance within a high-mix, low-volume environment for defense technology products. Essential skills include multi-discipline program management, contract administration, and the ability to manage complex procurement processes involving high-tech hardware and software components.

What you'll do

  • Manage the full lifecycle of subcontracts from RFP and proposal evaluation through negotiation and award.
  • Draft detailed Statements of Work (SOW) and manage Subcontract Data Requirements Lists (SDRL).
  • Negotiate price, terms, deliverables, and dates while ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR regulations.
  • Monitor subcontractor performance, conduct product acceptance, and review all technical deliverables.
  • Perform cost and schedule variance investigations to ensure project alignment.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to manage flowdowns and evaluation documentation for prime proposal efforts.
  • Identify and manage changes to subcontract technical scopes as required by the program.
  • Lead initiatives to streamline and grow the company's internal subcontracting processes.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor degree in law, accounting/finance, business, supply chain management, or a related compliance field.
  • 5+ years of experience managing high complexity, full-life cycle subcontracts for multi-discipline programs.
  • Strong understanding of FAR/DFAR, CAS, and ITAR compliance.
  • Experience evaluating subcontractor performance and deliverables.
  • Ability to relocate to Costa Mesa, CA if not already local.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance.
  • Strong understanding of government contracts and cost accounting standards (preferred).
  • Experience in high-mix/complexity, low-volume environments or fast-paced startup environments (preferred).

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