Subcontracts Administrator III

Supports the senior subcontracts team in the management of various procurement and subcontracting activities for government and commercial programs. This role involves coordinating with internal teams to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide cradle-to-grave administrative support for the preparation, issuance, and management of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and subcontract agreements.
• Assist in tracking subcontractor and internal deliverables, ensuring compliance with contract terms, schedules, and budgets.
• Maintain and update procurement files, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with company policies and government regulations.
• Support invoice review and reconciliation processes, coordinating with internal teams and subcontractors as needed.
• Participate in subcontract negotiations alongside senior staff to develop terms and conditions.
• Assist in preparing reports, metrics, and presentations to support team objectives and decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address subcontractor issues and support program needs.
• Perform additional duties as required by senior subcontracts administrators and management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of relevant experience in procurement, subcontracts, or supply chain management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of procurement and government contracting principles (FAR/DFARS).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS subcontracts principles.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Experience in manufacturing operations.
• Committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.
• Demonstrates excellent internal customer support in communications and turnaround time.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc.
• Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• May require 10% travel to subcontractor sites and special company functions.

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
• Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required.
• Secret clearance level.
• This position requires access to information subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR, or be eligible for an export license.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $89,000 - $135,750. AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown.

About the Company

AeroVironment (AV) is the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., delivering breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, AV’s technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do, with seven platforms in the Smithsonian. The company hires the curious, the relentless, and the mission-obsessed to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose.