Sr Subcontracts Specialist

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon & Sensor Systems business area, located in Wilmington, MA. Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – as a Sr. Subcontract Specialist, you will be responsible for:

 The negotiation, placement, and management of complex, high dollar subcontracts within a government acquisition environment, including both cost and fixed price material and service type subcontracts.

• Obtain programs contractual requirements; consolidate them into an accurate Comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) that will protect Textrons interests in data rights, Proposal preparation costs and intellectual property; and issue RFP’s to prospective subcontractors.
• Examine bid responses and initiate cost and pricing analysis using results thereof combined with program objectives to develop negotiation strategy and negotiate price, terms and work scope.
• Originate formal subcontract documents and coordinate inputs and approvals from both functional and programmatic leadership stakeholders.
• Originate and maintain required documentation for subcontract files, including all pertinent government Federal Acquisition Regulation requirements when applicable.
• Facilitate integrated program team (IPT) meetings to maintain and control all correspondence between Textron and subcontractor.
• Verify all invoices and give initial payment approval or disapproval. This includes maintaining detailed accounts payable records for cost contracts to know when to withhold fee.
• Participate in program meetings, obtain data and requirements which must be transmitted to or obtained from subcontractors via correspondence or telephone.
• Monitor funding profiles and spend plans to be able to recommend when funding may or may not be required.
• Conduct day to day management of subcontract delivery to maintain acceptable quality and delivery targets

• Broad based business experience with emphasis on negotiating and administering contractual agreements, in industrial manufacturing field preferred.
• Relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Government contracts, or similar role

• Demonstrated ability to conduct fact-finding on proposals over the TINA threshold
• Strong communications skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)

• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Able to work well with others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Familiarity (Oracle preferred)

Education/Experience
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience
• Graduate degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.  We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

 - Flexible Work Schedules

 - Education Assistance

 - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

 - Career Development & Training Opportunities

 - Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

 - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

 - Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.  We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.