Subcontract Program Manager II

Job Title: Subcontract Program Manager II Job Description The Subcontract Program Manager II will serve as the primary representative responsible for supplier performance and subcontract execution on a newly awarded, missioncritical defense program. Embedded at a major supplier site in the Boston area, this individual will act as the key interface between the supplier and the broader program team, ensuring that execution aligns with technical, schedule, cost, contractual, and quality objectives. The role requires a blend of aerospace and defense program management, supplier and subcontract management, and defense contracting expertise, and offers significant autonomy, visibility, and strategic influence on a highpriority national defense effort. Responsibilities Serve as the primary program representative at a critical supplier location, acting as the main liaison between the supplier and the program team. Monitor supplier performance and execution against program commitments, ensuring adherence to technical, schedule, cost, contractual, and quality objectives. Lead supplier meetings and program reviews, driving alignment on milestones, deliverables, and performance expectations. Manage cost, schedule, technical, contractual, and risk elements of the subcontract, serving as the escalation point for supplier performance concerns. Develop and implement mitigation and recovery plans to address cost overruns, schedule delays, quality issues, or technical challenges. Coordinate closely with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Contracts, and Supply Chain teams to ensure integrated program execution. Manage major subcontractors and supplier relationships throughout the program lifecycle, fostering strong, collaborative partnerships. Evaluate supplier risks, track issues, and ensure corrective actions are identified, implemented, and verified for effectiveness. Support supplier negotiations and subcontract execution activities, including changes to scope, terms, and conditions. Ensure compliance with contract requirements and Statements of Work, including deliverable and reporting obligations. Monitor supplier deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics, and drive accountability for meeting program objectives. Provide executivelevel status updates and supplier health assessments, including risk, issue, and opportunity reporting. Support material planning, supplier forecasting, and execution strategies to ensure timely availability of parts, components, and services. Participate in source selection activities, proposal reviews, and subcontract strategy discussions as required by the program. Act as the "eyes and ears" of the program at the supplier site, identifying emerging issues early and driving proactive resolution. Travel periodically to Colorado for onboarding, integration meetings, program reviews, and customer discussions. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Program Management, Operations, or a related field. At least 4 years of experience in Program Management, Supplier Management, Subcontract Management, or Supply Chain Program Management. Proven experience managing supplier performance on aerospace or defense programs. Strong understanding of program execution, schedule management, and risk management in a complex, regulated environment. Demonstrated ability to operate independently with limited management oversight, making sound decisions and driving results. Ability to influence supplier organizations and crossfunctional stakeholders without direct authority. Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to present to executive audiences. Active Secret Security Clearance. Ability to work onsite in Peabody, MA at least three days per week. Experience with supplier program management in defense environments. Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR). Expe…

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