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The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Learn more about IAS
Responsibilities:
Engage in, and at times lead, programmatic and technical meetings with the subcontractors
May be delegated Control Account Manager responsibilities from Program Manager
May be responsible for make / buy assessments
May be assigned as the Subcontract Program Manager for a given, large and/or complex subcontract – executing the role of Program Manager for the given subcontract
Responsible for the coordination between supply chain and the program, ensuring supply chain personnel responsible for supplier performance execute to their schedules and deliver on milestones
If assigned to a platform, product line, BU or product support team, collaborate and communicate potential long-term investment strategies to reduce lead-time and cost
Identify and coordinate the need for alternate/additional sources to the program and engineering to improve competition and leverage - be the supply chain architect on the proposal or program, delivering a competitive, capable, compliant program supply base
Articulate and communicate subcontract and major procurement status, risk opportunity management, and issues with corresponding recovery plans to all stakeholders
Develop and status program Subcontract Stoplight Chart, highlighting current cost, technical and schedule performance of each program subcontract
Within proposal or program setting, lead business requirements, technical evaluations, risk assessments and Basis of Estimate requirements and supporting strategies on behalf of supply chain
Attend Program Reviews with subcontractors, providing program updates, needs and status, requesting and communicating program-driven changes and needs
Provide supply chain strategy and status to external customers
As required, track and coordinate EVM metrics to all stakeholders
Ensure subcontract management teams are staffed to requirement needs
Ensure problems are addressed and resolved in a timely manner as the liaison between SCM and the program Additional SPM proposal/pursuit responsibilities: As an SPM supporting pursuit and proposal activities, you will ensure SNC is well positioned with an achievable solution, utilizing a competitive, compliant and capable supply base to win new business, specific tasks are as follows:
Identification of potential sources of supply
Development of source selection strategy, criteria and planning, including participation in Make / Buy assessments
Develop and document labor and non-labor program Basis of Estimates associated with subcontracts and major procurements
Develop program/technical requirements documents
Support technical evaluation of proposals for content and quality
Must-haves:
Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program
Bachelors Degree in a related field and typically 2-4 years of relevant supplier experience
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
Experience with Program Management is essential
Logistics or general Supply Chain experience does not substitute required subcontractor and /or program management experience
Preferred:
Technical / Engineering degree or experience is highly desirable
Typically, 2-4 years of relevant experience
Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Ability to influence all levels of the organization
Knowledge of program management and subcontract management techniques including thorough knowledge of cost schedule analysis and earned value management
Experience managing risk and opportunities
Experience managing complex subcontractors
At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.