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Subcontracts Administrator

Richmond, VA; Richmond; Virginia; VA; Richmond, Virginia; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

Manage the subcontract solicitation and small business proposal activities—planning and RFP issuance to negotiation, award, and administration, along with developing the small business plans—ensuring alignment with customer solicitation requirements and Amentum policies. Key duties include:

  • Proposal Management: Issue RFPs, evaluate supplier proposals for SOW compliance, and conduct price/cost analyses to mitigate risk
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison between suppliers and internal management to resolve issues and ensure execution
  • Lifecycle Management: Administer various subcontract types (CPFF, T&M, FFP) in compliance with FAR/DFARS regulations
  • Time Management: Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain productivity with competing priorities
  • Systems & Compliance: Maintain audit-ready files using SharePoint, Deltek Costpoint, and AMRO; manage subcontractor time collection and invoicing systems
  • Performance Tracking: Produce key metrics, including cycle time, aging, burn rates, and closeout status
  • Contract Administration: Draft and negotiate subcontracts, NDAs, Teaming Agreements, and modifications while applying mandatory FAR/DFARS flowdowns and terms
  • Financial Oversight: Monitor funding ceilings and burn rates, coordinate invoice processing, and support subcontractor timekeeping
  • Compliance & Guidance: Maintain audit-ready files and provide procurement expertise to cross-functional stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
  • Experience: 8+ years in subcontracting or procurement; federal acquisition (FAR/DFARS) knowledge required
  • Technical Skills: Proven ability to manage subcontract documentation, compliance, and file maintenance
  • Financial Acumen: Skilled in price/cost analysis, scope evaluation, and negotiation strategy
  • Risk Management: Ability to identify risks and implement practical mitigation strategies
  • Communication: Strong professional English communication skills for all organizational levels
  • Execution: Excellent organizational skills to manage competing priorities and stakeholder reporting
  • Contract Management: Proficiency in administering FP, CR, and T&M contract types
  • Travel: Ability to travel for occasional onsite meeting requirements
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at the onsite work location

Systems & Tools

  • Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • ERPs: Experienced with procurement systems (e.g., CostPoint, SAP, OnBase) and electronic filing

Preferred Experience :

  • Subcontract proposal strategy and development preferred

Compensation Details:

105,000 - 135,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

_Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits._

Original Posting:

05/29/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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