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Subcontract Administrator Principal

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Hudson, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026

Job Description
As a Principal Subcontract Administrator (SCA), you will be responsible for end-to-end lifecycle management of subcontracts, from issuance of Request for Proposal (RFP) to subcontract closeout, consistently ensuring all activities are executed timely with precision and adherence to internal company policy and procedure as well as Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) where applicable. The successful SCA will balance rigorous contract compliance with strategic supplier relationship management to ensure seamless delivery of goods and services.

The SCA will support a business area with over $1 billion in annual revenue and material spend for highly specialized and complex goods and services based on program specific requirements and specifications. The SCA will prepare RFPs, lead negotiations (terms and conditions, pricing, etc.), maintain meticulous documentation for all procurement actions to ensure compliance and audit readiness, issue and maintain complex subcontracts of various contract types (firm fixed price, cost plus, etc.) through various phases of program execution (development, production, repair, etc.), and timely close out subcontracts. The SCA will collaborate cross functionally with program stakeholders by partnering with engineering, program management, quality, and finance to align subcontract requirements with program milestones and ensure the overall health of the supplier relationship. The SCA will interface with suppliers, leading/facilitating meetings and fostering professional and productive relationships to ensure conformance to subcontract requirements. The SCA will support critical government and commercial proposals, manage material receipts and approve invoices, support internal and external audits, and collaborate closely with subcontract program managers to ensure supplier performance success.

The successful SCA will:
  1. be proactive, efficient, and accountable
  2. have clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
  3. be organized and have attention to detail
  4. exercise independent and good judgement
  5. think strategically and critically
  6. be receptive to constructive feedback and routinely leverage training in daily tasks
  7. balance multiple priorities of the business without sacrificing quality of work product




Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook)
  • Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of both government and commercial contracts
  • Proven ability to operate efficiently within a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Strong experience leading and managing entire procurement flow, from initial proposal to final closeout
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations policies & procedures (FAR/DFAR)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in supply chain management or related discipline and 6 years or more of directly related work experience preferably in a government-contracting environment
  • Professional Supply Chain Certification (CPM, CPSM, CSCP. PMP)
  • Working knowledge of Oracle ERP system
  • Contracts / Legal background


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $101,398 - $172,377

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