Subcontract Administrator Sr

Until 9/1/2026 First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted July 3, 2026
Job description
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Subcontract Administrator to join our Subcontracts team at our location in Rancho Bernardo, CA. Requires strong analytical skills, critical thinking, problem solving, written and verbal communication, and ability to work independently, in a team environment and provide subcontract leadership for the company.

The position must be in office several days per week. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for major subcontracts procurement of complex mission critical hardware and/or services necessary to support assigned program(s) and related program proposal activities.
  • Reviews SOWs, prepares RFP/RFQ’s, conducts source selection determinations (including noncompetitive justifications), while ensuring compliance to applicable Purchasing system considerations.
  • Reviews and analyzes supplier bids/proposals and performs cost and/or price analysis. Leads cost and pricing reviews with program management and customers.
  • Conducts subcontracts negotiations with suppliers.
  • Reviews, interprets, and provides recommendations regarding terms and 
  • conditions, and participates and/or leads negotiations for modifications to standard/non-standard subcontract provisions.
  • Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.
  • Identifies subcontract risks/issues and provides leadership in developing innovative solutions to complex subcontracting requirements.
  • Represents the organization as the primary subcontract business point of contact on assigned subcontracts to internal and external customers, making presentations as required.
  • Ensures compliance with company policy/procedures, and government regulations throughout the procurement lifecycle.  Maintains an awareness of regulatory changes and their impacts on subcontracts.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.


 

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.


 
About this role

Summary

Manage subcontracts, review proposals, negotiate terms, ensure compliance, lead risk management.

Job title

Subcontract Administrator Sr

Experience level

mid level

Industry

high-technology systems

Location requirements

In-office in Rancho Bernardo, CA; requires presence several days per week.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

subcontractsproposal reviewcost analysisnegotiationcontract law

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

subcontractsprocurementnegotiationcontract analysis
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA, USA

On-site City