Subcontract Administrator

Subcontract Administrator

Location: Merritt Island, FL

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $54.48 $81.70 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]

Job Summary

This client is seeking an experienced Subcontract Administrator III to join the Supply Chain Management (SCM) team in support of New Product Integration. In this contract role, you will own the full procurement lifecycle from sourcing through delivery while partnering closely with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure materials, components, and services are delivered on time and to specification. This is a hands-on purchasing role requiring strong follow-up, tracking discipline, and aerospace industry expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cradle-to-grave procurement activities, including sourcing, quoting, negotiating, placing, and closing out purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Support New Product Integration (NPI) within SCM, ensuring new components and suppliers are successfully introduced into the supply base.
• Execute purchasing activities for hardware, components, materials, and services in support of program needs.
• Proactively follow up and track open orders, supplier commitments, and delivery schedules to mitigate risk and prevent shortages.
• Serve as an embedded member of cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), representing SCM and driving procurement strategy aligned to program objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, managing performance, escalations, and corrective actions as needed.
• Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and delivery to achieve best value while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within the procurement process.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated experience managing cradle-to-grave procurement.
• Proven ability to follow up, track, and drive supplier deliverables to closure.
• Experience working within cross-functional teams (IPT environment).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting New Product Integration (NPI) or new product introduction within an SCM organization.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Costpoint).
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and aerospace supplier quality requirements.
• Strong data analysis skills and proficiency with reporting/tracking tools.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, high-growth aerospace or manufacturing environment.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Required Experience

• 5 years of progressive experience in subcontract administration, procurement, or purchasing.
• Aerospace industry experience is required.
• Ability to work onsite in Kent, WA or Florida.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a space exploration company developing reusable launch vehicles and in-space systems, with operations spanning launch facilities and engineering sites across the United States. The organization employs aerospace engineers, supply chain specialists, subcontract administrators, systems engineers, and manufacturing professionals working to advance next-generation space transportation. With a bold mission and rapid growth trajectory, the company ranks among the most prominent private space launch providers globally, driving innovation across vehicle design, propulsion, and orbital systems.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-11796

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