• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in supply chain management, contract administration, or a related discipline, along with fifteen (15) or more years of progressive professional experience. Equivalent professional purchasing, subcontract, or contract administration experience may be substituted in lieu of education. • Must be well versed in Government Contracting (i.e., FAR, DFARS, ITAR) and have a comprehensive understanding of acquisition principles, theories, concepts related to government rules and regulations supporting major agencies (i.e., DOE, DoD, NASA, etc.), and experience demonstrating a broad application of those practices, techniques, standards, and regulations. • Must have experience and familiarity with Statements of Work and SDRL management. • Must have experience with various contract types (e.g., FFP, CR, CPFF, T&M, etc.). • Must possess the ability to provide leadership in developing and communicating new concepts for unique requirements. Must be customer focused and possess: • The ability to understand complex requirements and develop innovative solutions. • Excellent verbal/written communication and the ability to make presentations to a variety of audiences. • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and guide employees, managers, customers and other external parties. • The ability to organize, schedule, and coordinate subcontract activities during multiple work phases. • Excellent computer skills and familiarity with standard office tools (ie. MS Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, etc.). • SAP experience is desirable. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; capable of representing the organization as the primary contact on subcontract matters with program management, subcontractors, and customers, and provide leadership to less experienced professional employees on projects. • Ability to work extended hours and travel as required.