• Senior Subcontracts Specialist

    Leidos (Chantilly, VA)


    Description

    The National Security Sector, Decision Advantage Solutions Business Area of Leidos is seeking a Senior

     

    Subcontracts Specialist to support its programs and proposals. This role will lead full life cycle (“cradle-to-

     

    grave”) subcontract management activities for multiple Federal Intel & Defense programs.

     

    The Senior Subcontracts Specialist will manage overall subcontract compliance for the programs in

     

    accordance with contract requirements, company policies and procedures, and applicable laws and

     

    acquisition regulations. We are seeking a motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of

     

    a team in a dynamic environment. Under limited supervision, the Senior Subcontracts Specialist is

     

    responsible for activities that span the entire procurement cycle, including but not limited to: negotiation of

     

    non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and teaming agreements, preparation of solicitation packages to

     

    subcontractors, evaluation of subcontractor proposals, price analysis, negotiation of terms and conditions,

     

    subcontract administration, issue resolution, and closeout activities. Subcontracts will primarily be in

     

    support of federal programs as well as some commercial and state/local programs. This position can be up

     

    to 100% telework.

    Primary Responsibilities

    • Negotiates NDA’s and Teaming Agreements

    • Creates moderate to complex RFP solicitations in accordance with Government and Leidos

     

    requirements.

     

    • Evaluates supplier proposal responses.

    • Conducts price and cost analysis.

    • Negotiates pricing and terms/conditions with subcontractors.

    • Administers subcontracts of various types and complexity.

    • Identifies and resolves moderate issues and problems on assigned subcontracts and make

     

    recommendations to management.

     

    • Performs subcontract close-out activities. · Analyze risks and identify risk mitigation. · Acts as primary interface between subcontractors and the programs being supported for all subcontracts related issues. · Regularly interacts with program management, contracts, project control, finance, business development and with customers as required. · Must have the interpersonal skills to deal effectively with subcontractor management regarding subcontract issues of varying degrees of complexity and work issues to resolution.

     

    Basic Qualifications · Requires a BA degree and 4 - 6 years of prior relevant experience or master’s with 2 - 6 years of prior relevant experience. · Must be US Citizen. · Successful track record of managing a variety of subcontract types, interfacing with internal customers, other functional support staff, and suppliers. · TS/SCI with CI Poly · Basic knowledge of the FAR and DFAR. · Understanding of Microsoft Suite (Office, Excel and Word) · Attention to detail and problem-solving skills, strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.

     

    Preferred Qualifications · Experience with Special Access Required customer programs. · Experience with agreements for different types of facilities management and other base support services. · Northern Virginia area · Working experience with automated purchasing system (preferably Ivalua, CostPoint or Deltek) · Experience negotiating terms and conditions. · Successful track record of managing a variety of subcontract types, interfacing with internal customers, other functional support staff, and suppliers.

    Original Posting:

    June 16, 2025

    For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

    Pay Range:

    Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

     

    The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

    REQNUMBER: R-00161081

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.