Subcontracts Administrator

Shieldai in Dallas Metro Area

$73,150 - $116,850

Introduction to Shield AI
Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Shield AI is a fast growing, venture-backed defense-technology company built around a team of proven executives, distinguished warfighters, and world-class AI engineers. Since 2018, Shield AI’s products and people have supported operations around the world with the US Department of Defense and our allies.


We are currently seeking a highly skilled Subcontracts Administrator with experience supporting manufacturing environments as well as FAR/DFAR government contracting.

We are co-located in a beautiful brand new 100,000 square foot building, with our exciting production lines. This offers opportunities to see our products up close, where you can see the difference you make!



Salary Range:  Base + Bonus + Benefits + Equity (if applicable)
Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. Information on the benefits offered is here. All offers are contingent on a cleared background check.

Location guidelines-
Onsite = 5 days/week
Hybrid = Several days in the office
Remote = Remote but able to come to the office as requested for business needs

If you're interested in being part of our team, apply now!

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
To conform to U.S. Government 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.
    • This position reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager and may have opportunities for leadership roles.
    • Purchase requisitions, solicitation packages, negotiations, management of suppliers and ultimately on time delivery of their subcontracted items.
    • These requirements are to be secured at cost, quality, and delivery competitive levels consistent with company policy and performance standards.
    • Develop and negotiate subcontracts, arrange payments, and analyze sales records.
    • Negotiate pricing and delivery terms, purchase and schedule orders for raw material, services, fixed assets, and tooling.
    • Track deliveries as required for factory operations.
    • Perform tactical purchasing duties (expedites, defers, past due follow ups, etc.)
    • Generate SOWs and provide inputs to SOWs
    • Utilize Supplier Management Teams to manage suppliers
    • Responsible for evaluating supplier performance and monitoring supply changes
    • Works relatively independent of management to resolve shortages.
    • Responsible for communicating material status to production and management.
    • Effectively manage complex suppliers and commodities
    • Proactively resolve problems and discrepancies with pricing, delivery, and quality of purchased commodities.
    • Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal customers.
    • Maintain and comply with company procedures as well as Customer requirements.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management
    • Analytical and problem-solving experience with high attention to detail
    • Strong organizational skills
    • Strong negotiation skills
    • Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritization
    • Sound interpersonal skills and ability to be a team player
    • Excellent Computer skills - Excel, Word and PowerPoint
    • Experience with ERP systems (Deltek/Costpoint a plus)
    • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
    • Good follow-though skills with a strong sense of urgency required.
    • Bachelor’s Degree in SC field or similar
    • 5-7 years of relevant sub-contract management experience (preferable working knowledge of the FAR/DFAR)
    • OR
    • 7-10 years of relevant procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
    • Masters degree
    • STEM degree
    • Experience with USG acquisitions, especially FAR and DFARs
    • Experience in the A&D industry
    • Experience in medical, production or pharmaceutical field
    • PMP certification
    • Experience with electronics, composites, harnesses, payloads, propulsion or other highly complex SOW type acquisitions



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